MallowbyNames

Ysela

ee-SAY-lah · Of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name or a variant of Isela.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2002
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Ysela since 1934

Babies named Ysela per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481219602000Most births 2002Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1930s5
1940s0
1950s0
1960s5
1970s17
1980s5
1990s34
2000s66
2010s25
2020s35

Meaning & origin

Ysela is a rare and modern-sounding name with uncertain origins. First recorded in the United States in 1934, it has never gained widespread use. Its peak popularity occurred in 2002, when it reached its highest rank, though still very uncommon. As of 2025, the name ranks 13,208th, with a frequency of about 1 in 267,878 births. The trajectory of Ysela's usage has remained stable over the years, without significant ups or downs. It does not have strong ties to any particular state or cultural group, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.

Ysela is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by names like Isela or Ysela (a variant of Isela, itself a Spanish diminutive of Isabel). The name has been recorded in the United States since at least 1934, but it has never been common. Its usage peaked in 2002, though even then it was very rare. The name remains infrequently used, with no clear etymological root.

Sibling names for Ysela

Names that share Ysela's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Ayla, Isla, Lila, Maya, Selah

Brothers: Elio, Kai, Leo, Milo, Theo

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ysela mean?
The meaning of Ysela is uncertain. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of Isela, which is a Spanish diminutive of Isabel.
How popular is the name Ysela?
Ysela is extremely rare. In 2025, it ranked 13,208th in the United States, with only about 1 in 267,878 baby girls given the name.
Is Ysela a boy or girl name?
Ysela is almost exclusively used for girls.