Girl
Ela
earth, oak tree
About Ela
Ela embodies effortless elegance in three simple letters. This understated gem has been gaining recognition among parents who appreciate names that feel both classic and contemporary, traditional yet fresh. The name's brevity gives it strength—it's memorable precisely because it doesn't try too hard. Ela possesses a soft, gentle sound that feels approachable and kind, suggesting someone who will be easy to know and love. It works beautifully across multiple languages and cultures, maintaining its graceful simplicity wherever your family's journey takes you. The name ages wonderfully, equally suitable for a tiny baby, a confident teenager, and a successful adult. Ela offers the practical advantage of being virtually impossible to misspell or mispronounce, saving your daughter from a lifetime of corrections. It's a whisper rather than a shout, a name that draws people in rather than demanding attention.
Popularity of the Name Ela
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 | #976 | ||
| 1903 | #942 | ||
| 2000 | #963 | ||
| 2001 | #922 | ||
| 2002 | #825 | ||
| 2003 | #636 | ||
| 2004 | #500 | ||
| 2005 | #563 | ||
| 2006 | #595 | ||
| 2007 | #428 | ||
| 2008 | #438 | ||
| 2009 | #466 | ||
| 2010 | #416 | #691 | |
| 2011 | #393 | #564 | |
| 2012 | #440 | #568 | |
| 2013 | #478 | #942 | |
| 2014 | #420 | ||
| 2015 | #434 | #775 | |
| 2016 | #480 | #905 | |
| 2017 | #495 | ||
| 2018 | #507 | #759 | |
| 2019 | #501 | #723 | |
| 2020 | #494 | #858 | |
| 2021 | #626 | ||
| 2022 | #659 | #930 | |
| 2023 | #573 | #641 | |
| 2024 | #664 | ||
| 2025 | #729 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland
Variations of Name Ela
Names Similar to Ela
Nicknames for Ela
- El
- Ellie
- Lala
- Elly
- Li
Famous People Named Ela
| Ela Bhatt | Indian social worker and activist |
| Ela Darling | American adult film actress and VR advocate |
| Ela Gandhi | South African activist and granddaughter of Mahatma Gandhi |
| Elaiza Ikeda | Japanese actress and model |
| Ela Rose | Romanian singer |
| Ela Kawalec | Polish model |
| Ela Velden | Mexican actress |
| Ela Stiles | Australian musician and songwriter |
| Ela Troyano | Cuban-American filmmaker and actress |
| Ela Martens | Canadian Paralympic swimmer |
| Ela Orleans | Polish musician and composer |
| Ela Jerzmanowska | Polish actress |
| Ela Szpak | Polish table tennis player |
| Ela Zawadzka | Polish actress |
| Ela Pasion | Filipino actress |
| Ela Ramesh Bhatt | Indian entrepreneur |
| Ela Tolmatova | Russian handball player |
| Ela Weber | German politician |
Characters Named Ela
| Ela of Paravel | a character from "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis |
| Ela Danziger | a character from the TV series "Earth 2" |