Holding steady.
Popularity of Icela since 1970
Babies named Icela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 63 |
| 2000s | 64 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Icela is a rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970. It has never reached the top 1000, indicating low but consistent usage. Its peak popularity occurred in 1995, around the time of a broader trend for melodic, vowel-heavy names. The name shows a stable trajectory, with no sharp rises or declines. Though not tied to any state or region, its resemblance to Spanish-influenced names like Isela gives it a subtle cultural flavor. Parents who choose Icela often appreciate its unique, modern sound and its departure from more common names.
Icela appears to be a modern coinage, likely a variant of names like Isela or Icel. It may draw influence from Spanish or Italian feminine endings. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the 1970s, with a peak in 1995.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Icy, Cela
Variants: Isela
Sibling names for Icela
Names that share Icela's style, for a brother or sister.
