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Lela — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Lela is a sweet and endearing name for a baby girl. It is derived from the Spanish word 'lila', which means 'lilac' or 'purple'. Lilac is a delicate and beautiful flower that represents love, romance, and spirituality.

Lela

Letter: L
Girl

Meaning of Lela:

Lela is a sweet and endearing name for a baby girl. It is derived from the Spanish word 'lila', which means 'lilac' or 'purple'. Lilac is a delicate and beautiful flower that represents love, romance, and spirituality. The name Lela evokes a sense of grace, elegance, and femininity. It is a perfect choice for parents who want a name that is both gentle and full of meaning.

  • Gender: Girl
  • Origin: Kiswahili, Spanish, Romance, Swahili
  • US popularity: In 2022, 98 newborns in the United States were named Lela (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1921 with 907 babies.

Similar Names:

Laela , Leala , Leela , Lehla , Leila , Lejla , Lela , Lelac , Lelae , Lelah

More names starting with L:

La , Laabah , Laaebah , Laaham , Laaibah , Laainah , Laaiqah , Laakea , Laal , Laale Chehr , Laale Rokhsaar , Laana

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Frequently asked questions about Lela

What does the name Lela mean?

Lela is a sweet and endearing name for a baby girl. It is derived from the Spanish word 'lila', which means 'lilac' or 'purple'. Lilac is a delicate and beautiful flower that represents love, romance, and spirituality. The name Lela evokes a sense of grace, elegance, and femininity.

What is the origin of the name Lela?

Lela is a girl's name of Kiswahili, Spanish, Romance, Swahili origin.

Is Lela a boy or girl name?

Lela is commonly used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Lela?

In 2022, 98 newborns in the United States were named Lela, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1921, with 907 babies given the name.

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