Xela

“the name of a well”

Guatemala origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4446US 2023

32Births / yr

↓Falling

212All-time births

📅 Since 199500

What does Xela mean and where does it come from?

Xela is a name that originates from the K'iche' Maya language, specifically referring to 'a place of well'. It is notably the name used by locals for the city of Quetzaltenango in Guatemala. In contemporary usage, Xela is increasingly popular among young parents in the US and other countries due to

Cultural significance

Xela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Guatemala-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name of a well.

Peak popularity

Reached #6130 in 2018 — currently #4446 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Xela?

Xela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Xela Grace

How popular is Xela right now?

Falling — down 750 spots — currently #4446 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#4446 · Top 3.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4446	32	▼ down 750 · -24% births
2022	#3696	42	▲ up 711 · +31% births
2021	#4407	32	▲ up 4214 · +167% births
2020	#8621	12	▲ up 1901 · +20% births
2015	#10522	10	▲ up 3668 · +43% births
2010	#14190	7	▲ up 3631 · +40% births
2005	#17821	5	▼ down 5010 · -29% births
2000	#12811	7	▲ up 2926 · +40% births
1995	#15737	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Xela

Best Year2022Rank #3696

Peak Count42

Average Rank#10250

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Xela

Xela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 212 total births recorded, Xela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15737 in 1995 to #4446 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Xela in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Xela by decade

Xela peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	20
2000s	56
2010s ★	124
2020s	12

💎Xela has only 212 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Xela?

Common

XelXelieXely

What names sound and feel like Xela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Xela also consider these

Xella

American · English

Bela

Hungary · white, fair

Mela

Italy · Apple

Nela

Croatia · the bright one

Sela

Hebrew · סֵלָע, meaning 'rock'

Vela

Spanish · Spanish

Kela

American · Pure, clear

Rela

Hebrew · רֵילָּה

Common questions about the name Xela

What does the name Xela mean?

Xela means "the name of a well" — a name rooted in Guatemala tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Xela?

Xela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Xela have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Xela?

Xela originates from Guatemala tradition. Guatemala names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Xela trending right now?

Xela is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Xela a common or rare name?

Xela is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.