Chela

Meaning of Chela

Chela is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has origins in various cultures, including Spanish and Portuguese. The name Chela is pronounced as CHEE-luh (/tʃiːlə/) in English. It has a soft and melodic sound, making it pleasing to the ear. There is also a variation of the name, Cela, which carries similar charm. Chela is not an overly common name, but it has been steadily growing in popularity over the years. In 1985, there were 27 occurrences of newborns named Chela in Virginia alone, ranking at number 201. This suggests that parents are increasingly drawn to this enchanting name for their little ones.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as CHEE-luh (/'tʃiːlə/)

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Notable People Named Chela

Chela Sandoval is an associate professor known for her work in postcolonial and third world feminism at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Chela is a Filipino-Australian singer and songwriter known for her released singles.
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