Feminine dossier · first seen 1889
Zela
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1916
Peak births
21
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
Quick answers about Zela
How many people are named Zela?
An estimated 138 living Americans are named Zela.
How rare is Zela?
Zela is very rare among babies today, with 12 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 42.9% from its 1916 peak.
How old is the typical Zela?
The median age of a living American named Zela is approximately 8 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 13 years old.
Is Zela still popular?
Yes. Zela is holding steady, with 12 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1889Peak 19162025
Peak year
1916
Decline from peak
42.9%
2025
12
All-time
609