Louella
Louella: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Louella
- A female given name originating as a coinage.
Etymology
From Lou (name) + -ella (diminutive suffix). First attested in the 19th century.
How popular is Louella?
Since 1880, 13,958 girls in the U.S. have been named Louella. Its highest rank for girls was #238 in 1881. In 2025, 146 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Louella
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Louella FAQ
What does the name Louella mean?
A female given name originating as a coinage. From Lou (name) + -ella (diminutive suffix). First attested in the 19th century.
How popular is the name Louella?
Since 1880, 13,958 girls in the U.S. have been named Louella. Its highest rank for girls was #238 in 1881. In 2025, 146 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Louella a boy or girl name?
Louella is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 13,958 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.