Xela Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-lah / /ˈzeɪ.lə/Spanish; Native American
Meaning
Xela (Spanish) - 'the place of the water'; Xela (K'iche') - 'the place of the water'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish, Xela is often associated with the city of Quetzaltenango in Guatemala, known for its rich cultural heritage and indigenous history. The name also has roots in the K'iche' language, spoken by the Maya people, where it signifies a geographical connection to water. This duality reflects the blending of Spanish and indigenous cultures in Central America, highlighting the importance of water in both the natural landscape and cultural identity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Xelita
- Xel
International Variants
- Xela (Spanish)
- Xel (K'iche')
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xela was first seen in the United States in 1995. Xela has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Xela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xela (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 24 |