Inella
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from a surname.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Inella. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Inella today is around 88 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Inella births was 1923 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Inella. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Inella is about 88 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Inellas were born before 1948.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Inella. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1923
8 babies that year
Average age
88
years old
1946 SSA rank
#5,241
Tracked since 1917
Popularity
Inella: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Inella from the 1910s through to the 1940s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 34 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Inella by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Inella during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Inella
The name Inella is a unique and intriguing one with a rich history that spans several cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was derived from the Latin word "inella," meaning "little girl" or "small one." This name was often bestowed upon daughters in Roman families as a term of endearment.
During the Middle Ages, the name Inella gained popularity in Italy, particularly in the regions of Tuscany and Umbria. It was often used as a diminutive form of more common Italian names like Ines or Nella. In these regions, the name was associated with grace, beauty, and femininity.
As the Renaissance swept across Europe, the name Inella found its way into the literary works of notable authors and poets. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy," where a minor character bears the name Inella. This literary reference helped to further popularize the name and establish it as a part of the cultural fabric of the time.
In the late 15th century, a notable figure named Inella di Montefalco emerged as a Catholic mystic and religious leader. Born in the town of Montefalco, Italy, in 1472, Inella is renowned for her visions and spiritual writings, which influenced the religious landscape of the era.
Throughout the Renaissance and Baroque periods, the name Inella was embraced by various European aristocratic families. One such figure was Inella Grimaldi, a wealthy Genoese noblewoman born in 1621, who was known for her charitable works and patronage of the arts.
As the name Inella spread across Europe, it also found its way into the annals of history in other parts of the world. In the 18th century, there was a renowned Spanish painter named Inella Fuentes, whose vibrant and expressive works captured the essence of her time.
Another notable figure bearing the name Inella was Inella Blyth, a British writer and social reformer born in 1804. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and education, and her works played a significant role in shaping the discourse on gender equality in Victorian England.
While the name Inella may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and cultural significance continue to resonate. From its humble beginnings as a term of endearment in ancient Rome to its embrace by artists, writers, and social reformers, the name Inella has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of human experience.
People
Inella + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Inella as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Inella: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Inella?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Inella going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Inella a common name?
We classify Inella as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 63 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Inella most popular?
The single biggest year for Inella was 1923, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Inella is about 88 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Inella a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Inella in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.