Lella Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEH-lah / ˈlɛl.əItalian; Arabic
Meaning
Italian: 'little girl'; Arabic: 'night'
Historical & Cultural Background
Lella is often considered a diminutive form of names like Gabriella in Italian culture. In Arabic contexts, it can be associated with beauty and tranquility, reflecting the calmness of night. The name has been used in various regions, particularly in Italy and among Arabic-speaking populations. It carries a gentle and affectionate connotation.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lella
- Leila
International Variants
- Leila (Arabic)
- Laila (Arabic)
- Lela (Slavic)
Famous people named Lella
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Fictional characters named Lella
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lella was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lella has ranked as high as #810 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Texas, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Lella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lella (1919)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1883 | 10 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 7 |
| 1888 | 9 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 16 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1895 | 15 |
| 1896 | 14 |
| 1897 | 9 |
| 1898 | 14 |
| 1899 | 11 |
| 1900 | 10 |
| 1901 | 7 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 14 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 30 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 23 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |