Aela Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Aela means 'sun ray' or 'shining light' in Greek.
Meaning of the Name Aela
Aela is a feminine name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word meaning 'sun ray' or 'shining light'. The name has a beautiful and radiant meaning, symbolizing warmth, brightness, and positivity. Aela is also associated with the Greek goddess Apollo, who was the god of sun and light. This name has a strong and elegant sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.
Popularity of the Name Aela
The popularity for the name Aela peaked in popularity in the year 2020 with 57 births, which ranked number 5,182 out of 28,820 unique names for that year. Aela had the most female births in 2020 with 57, which ranked number 2,842 out of 17,485 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Aela has increased sharply over the last ten years from 30 births to 52 births, an increase of 73.33%. Among females, Aela has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 30 births to 52 births, an increase of 73.33%.
Nationwide Popularity of Aela
- 10 Year Trend of Aela: 73.33%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Aela: 73.33%
Popularity of Aela by State
Among females, Aela was most popular in Western states with 6 births in the region. It was most commonly used in CA, with 6 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Aela. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1044 |
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 2853 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Aela
- Total Births of Aela: 55 (5.65%)
- Female Births of Aela: 55 (5.65%)
Given the upward trend of Aela over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 5.65% increase in total births, for a total of 55 births in 2024. For Females, births for Aela have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 55 female births in 2024, an increase of 5.65%.