Vela Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationVEL-uh / ˈvɛləLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: sail; Spanish: veil
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vela has Latin roots, meaning 'sail', which can symbolize adventure and exploration. In Spanish, it can also mean 'veil', adding a layer of mystery and elegance. The name is relatively modern and has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the 21st century.
Trend Summary
Vela has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vell
- Velaine
International Variants
- Vela (Spanish)
- Vela (Italian)
Famous people named Vela
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vela was first seen in the United States in 1888. Vela has ranked as high as #796 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Kentucky, Alabama, and Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Vela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vela (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 11 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 14 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 13 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 38 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 21 |