Feminine dossier · first seen 1880

Zella

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1917
Peak births
298
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19172025
peak 1917 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Zella

How many people are named Zella?

An estimated 4,129 living Americans are named Zella.

How rare is Zella?

Zella is uncommon among babies today, with 117 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 60.7% from its 1917 peak.

How old is the typical Zella?

The median age of a living American named Zella is approximately 17 years, with most bearers falling between 8 and 73 years old.

Is Zella still popular?

Yes. Zella is holding steady, with 117 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1917
Decline from peak
60.7%
2025
117
All-time
13,369