Holding steady.
Popularity of Chala since 1974
Babies named Chala per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 36 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Chala first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974, with a peak in usage in 1976. It has never ranked in the top 1000 names, remaining a rare choice. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, with minimal fluctuation. Its origins are uncertain, possibly a modern coinage or variant of Shala. Without a clear cultural or linguistic root, Chala remains a distinctive option for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Chala is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a respelling or variant of Shala, or a modern coinage. Given its rarity and diverse potential roots, no definitive etymology has been established. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Shala
Sibling names for Chala
Names that share Chala's style, for a brother or sister.
