Anela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Anela originates from the Hawaiian language, meaning 'angel'. It has a straightforward linguistic path within Hawaiian culture and is often associated with positive traits. There is no biblical relevance linked to this name, but it has gained popularity for its spiritual connotation.
The name Anela is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Anela has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Anela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7240th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6879th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2886th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3373rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Anela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Anela"
Pronunciation
/ɑˈnɛlə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Anela is derived from the Hawaiian word for 'angel', reflecting a celestial or divine connotation.
Meaning
angel
Language Evolution
Hawaiian
Historical Usage
Anela has gained popularity in Hawaiian culture and among individuals seeking names with spiritual significance, particularly in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Anela, Anelae
Modern Popularity & Image
Anela is perceived as a gentle and graceful name, often associated with kindness and beauty.
Famous People
Anela D. K. L. T. O'Neill, Anela K. K. T. E. K. O. K.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Anela"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Anela"
"Anela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7240th of 19264 | 92 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6879th of 27321 | 175 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2886th of 35406 | 891 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3373rd of 30306 | 567 |
Regional Popularity of "Anela" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Anela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
42.12% 2661st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
70.46% 5153rd/7313 |
20.37% 1520th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
26.24% 1647th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Anela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Anela" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.