Zelah
Zelah is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,445 in the US, popular nicknames include Zel, Zey, and Zelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Zelah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 69 babies have been named Zelah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zelah is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #26,445 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,445
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Zelah
Zelah is a girl name .
Zelah is currently ranked #26,445 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Zelah include Zel, Zey, and Zelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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