Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Rella
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1921
Peak births
26
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Rella
How many people are named Rella?
An estimated 286 living Americans are named Rella.
How rare is Rella?
Rella is very rare among babies today, with 12 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 53.8% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Rella?
The median age of a living American named Rella is approximately 66 years, with most bearers falling between 12 and 75 years old.
Is Rella still popular?
Yes — Rella is currently rising in popularity, with 12 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2× higher than the previous decade.
1880Peak 19212025
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
53.8%
2025
12
All-time
1,325