Feminine dossier · first seen 1888
Vela
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1915
Peak births
38
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Vela
How many people are named Vela?
An estimated 376 living Americans are named Vela.
How rare is Vela?
Vela is very rare among babies today, with 17 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 55.3% from its 1915 peak.
How old is the typical Vela?
The median age of a living American named Vela is approximately 10 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 17 years old.
Is Vela still popular?
Yes — Vela is currently rising in popularity, with 17 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 2× higher than the previous decade.
1888Peak 19152025
Peak year
1915
Decline from peak
55.3%
2025
17
All-time
1,082