Zella
Zella: name meaning, origin and popularity
Girl name
How popular is Zella?
117U.S. babies in 2025
#220peak rank (1888)
13,369babies since 1880
Since 1880, 13,369 girls in the U.S. have been named Zella. Its highest rank for girls was #220 in 1888. In 2025, 117 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zella FAQ
How popular is the name Zella?
Since 1880, 13,369 girls in the U.S. have been named Zella. Its highest rank for girls was #220 in 1888. In 2025, 117 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zella a boy or girl name?
Zella is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 13,369 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).