Feminine dossier · first seen 1882
Vella
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1915
Peak births
53
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Vella
How many people are named Vella?
An estimated 612 living Americans are named Vella.
How rare is Vella?
Vella is very rare among babies today, with 27 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 49.1% from its 1915 peak.
How old is the typical Vella?
The median age of a living American named Vella is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 7 and 68 years old.
Is Vella still popular?
Yes. Vella is holding steady, with 27 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1882Peak 19152025
Peak year
1915
Decline from peak
49.1%
2025
27
All-time
2,283