Girl · 219th of 9,107
Luella
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
32,268
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
949
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Luella stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Luella has its roots in Latin, combining the elements of Lou and 'ella', meaning young girl or little. It evolved from Lou to Luella over time. The name carries traits of charm and grace and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/luˈɛlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Luella is a combination of the name Lou and the Latin word 'ella', which means 'young girl' or 'little'.
Meaning
young girl, little
Language Evolution
Lou, Luella
Historical Usage
Luella gained popularity in the late 19th century and was often used in the United States as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Lu, Ella, Lulu
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Luella is seen as a charming and vintage name that evokes a sense of grace and femininity.
Famous People
Luella Bartley, a notable fashion designer, Luella D. W. M. H. Brown, a prominent figure in early 20th-century literature
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 949 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 219th of 9107 | 15,595 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 346th of 9204 | 6,659 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1014th of 12526 | 1,929 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2803rd of 19264 | 415 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6601st of 27321 | 186 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3323rd of 35406 | 730 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1068th of 30306 | 2,935 |