Girl
Lela
loyal
About Lela
Sweet simplicity defines Lela, a name that proves less can indeed be more. This charming two-syllable choice delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss, making it both practical and endearing. Lela has a vintage quality that feels fresh again, appealing to parents who appreciate retro charm with contemporary sensibility. The name's brevity makes it easy for young children to learn and spell, while its soft sounds create a gentle, approachable impression. Despite its simplicity, Lela never feels incomplete or nickname-like; it stands confidently on its own. The name works beautifully in combination with longer middle or family names, providing lovely balance. There's an understated elegance to Lela that grows with your daughter, suitable for every stage of life from playful childhood through accomplished adulthood.
Popularity of the Name Lela
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #142 | |
| 1881 | #127 | |
| 1882 | #127 | |
| 1883 | #126 | |
| 1884 | #120 | |
| 1885 | #139 | |
| 1886 | #123 | |
| 1887 | #131 | |
| 1888 | #127 | |
| 1889 | #133 | |
| 1890 | #129 | |
| 1891 | #118 | |
| 1892 | #124 | |
| 1893 | #120 | |
| 1894 | #113 | |
| 1895 | #121 | |
| 1896 | #113 | |
| 1897 | #116 | |
| 1898 | #115 | |
| 1899 | #116 | |
| 1900 | #122 | |
| 1901 | #117 | |
| 1902 | #125 | |
| 1903 | #133 | |
| 1904 | #135 | |
| 1905 | #135 | |
| 1906 | #138 | |
| 1907 | #144 | |
| 1908 | #161 | |
| 1909 | #161 | |
| 1910 | #161 | |
| 1911 | #162 | |
| 1912 | #184 | |
| 1913 | #188 | |
| 1914 | #202 | |
| 1915 | #213 | |
| 1916 | #199 | |
| 1917 | #212 | |
| 1918 | #209 | |
| 1919 | #207 | |
| 1920 | #218 | |
| 1921 | #212 | |
| 1922 | #220 | |
| 1923 | #226 | |
| 1924 | #223 | |
| 1925 | #228 | |
| 1926 | #244 | |
| 1927 | #250 | |
| 1928 | #243 | |
| 1929 | #252 | |
| 1930 | #259 | |
| 1931 | #260 | |
| 1932 | #276 | |
| 1933 | #273 | |
| 1934 | #284 | |
| 1935 | #290 | |
| 1936 | #301 | |
| 1937 | #302 | |
| 1938 | #320 | |
| 1939 | #333 | |
| 1940 | #352 | |
| 1941 | #349 | |
| 1942 | #365 | |
| 1943 | #393 | |
| 1944 | #390 | |
| 1945 | #394 | |
| 1946 | #446 | |
| 1947 | #455 | |
| 1948 | #444 | |
| 1949 | #416 | |
| 1950 | #493 | |
| 1951 | #549 | |
| 1952 | #513 | |
| 1953 | #554 | |
| 1954 | #561 | |
| 1955 | #589 | |
| 1956 | #620 | |
| 1957 | #686 | |
| 1958 | #674 | |
| 1959 | #697 | |
| 1960 | #787 | |
| 1961 | #745 | |
| 1962 | #814 | |
| 1963 | #801 | |
| 1964 | #814 | |
| 1965 | #821 | |
| 1966 | #899 | |
| 1968 | #894 | |
| 1970 | #964 | |
| 1973 | #951 | |
| 2003 | #756 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Lela
Names Similar to Lela
Nicknames for Lela
- Lee
- Lele
- Lelee
- Leli
- Lala
Famous People Named Lela
| Lela Rochon | American actress |
| Lela Swift | American television director |
| Lela Kogbara | Nigerian journalist |
| Lela Alston | American politician |
| Lela Rose | American fashion designer |
| Lela Aisha Jones | American choreographer |
| Lela Tsurtsumia | Georgian singer |
| Lela Small | American artist |
| Lela Abdushelishvili | Georgian basketball player |
| Lela Brooks | American actress and singer |
| Lela Moore | American painter |
| Lela Henry | American civil rights activist |
| Lela Autio | American sculptor |
| Lela Goren | Israeli writer and editor |
| Lela Murray | American educator and politician |
| Lela Gravis | American painter |
| Lela Bekauri | Georgian chess player |
| Lela Duff | American archer |
| Lela Knott | American author and playwright |
| Lela Sturwold | American swimmer |
Characters Named Lela
| Lela Futurama | Character from the TV show "Futurama" |
| Lela Scream Queens | Character from the TV show "Scream Queens" |
| Lela The Fosters | Character from the TV show "The Fosters" |
| Lela Forrester | Character from the novel "Forrester" |
| Lela Pickett | Character from the novel "Pickett's Charge" |
| Lela Spencer | Character from the TV show "General Hospital" |
| Lela Carrington | Character from the TV show "Dynasty" |
| Lela Baker | Character from the movie "Little Man Tate" |
| Lela Woods | Character from the movie "Legally Blonde" |
| Lela Stack | Character from the movie "The Best of Times" |
| Lela Weston | Character from the movie "Double Exposure" |
| Lela Valentine | Character from the TV show "Veronica Mars" |
| Lela Sanchez | Character from the movie "Our Latin Thing" |
| Lela Corman | Character from the movie "Dreadtime Stories" |
| Lela Hastings | Character from the movie "Spring Awakening" |
| Lela Peterson | Character from the TV show "The Following" |
| Lela Wilkerson | Character from the TV show "New Girl" |
| Lela Russo | Character from the movie "Unmade Beds" |
| Lela Martinez | Character from the movie "Life Is Hot in Cracktown" |