Feminine dossier · first seen 1950

Sela

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2000
Peak births
81
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
1950Peak 20002025
peak 2000 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Sela

How many people are named Sela?

An estimated 1,310 living Americans are named Sela.

How rare is Sela?

Sela is very rare among babies today, with 29 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 64.2% from its 2000 peak.

How old is the typical Sela?

The median age of a living American named Sela is approximately 20 years, with most bearers falling between 12 and 25 years old.

Is Sela still popular?

Yes. Sela is holding steady, with 29 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
2000
Decline from peak
64.2%
2025
29
All-time
1,328