Declining since 2022.
Popularity of Izela since 1990
Babies named Izela per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Izela's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Izela first entered U.S. birth records in 1990, but it has never been a common name. It reached its peak usage in 2023, though since 2022 its trajectory has been falling. The name shows no clear pattern of geographic concentration, as it did not rank among the top states in any given year. Judging from its sound and structure, Izela fits a category of modern, invented names that combine elements of longer, more established names (such as Isabella or Izara) with the popular -ela suffix. Its lack of historical depth or widespread usage makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a rare and contemporary-sounding name.
Izela first appeared in U.S. records in 1990, with no clear historical or linguistic roots. It may be a contemporary creation modeled on names like Isabella or Izara, using the fashionable -ela suffix. No traditional etymology has been established, and it does not appear in historical name dictionaries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Zela
Sibling names for Izela
Names that share Izela's style, for a brother or sister.
