Ella
Female name · ★ Classic
157,960
Total Births
2007
Peak Year
#32
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Ella
Ella is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 157,960 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 24,078 births |
| 1890s | 19,575 births |
| 1900s | 14,772 births |
| 1910s | 13,309 births |
| 1920s | 12,421 births |
| 1930s | 8,523 births |
| 1940s | 6,460 births |
| 1950s | 4,458 births |
| 1960s | 2,027 births |
| 1970s | 819 births |
| 1980s | 332 births |
| 1990s | 1,467 births |
| 2000s | 24,076 births |
| 2010s | 19,756 births |
| 2020s | 5,887 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Ella?
Ella has been given to 157,960 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2007 with 3,635 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #32.
Is Ella a boy or girl name?
Ella is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Ella most popular?
Ella was most popular in 2007, when 3,635 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Ella?
Ella first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).