n.

Leela

Feminine #2354 in 2024
Total births
4,369
Peak year
2016
Rank 2024
#2354
Years on record
70
Births per year, 1898–2024 · peak 232 in 2016
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About the name Leela

Leela ranked #2354 among U.S. baby names in 2024. Since 1898, 4,369 babies have been named Leela, peaking in 2016 with 232 births. The 2010s were its biggest decade, with 2,033 births. Its popularity has held steady in recent years. It is predominantly a girls' name.

How popular is the name Leela?
Leela ranked #2354 among U.S. baby names in 2024, with 4,369 babies given the name since 1898.
When did the name Leela peak?
Leela peaked in 2016, when 232 babies were given the name.
Is Leela a girl's or boy's name?
Leela is predominantly given to girls in the United States.

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