Bela
- Pronunciation
- [Be-la]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- White
- Origin
- Czechoslovakian
Bela Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 788 baby girls have been named Bela. The name peaked in 2010 with 44 US births that year (rank #3581). In 2024, ranked #4561 nationally — 980 places below its 2010 peak.
Top States for Bela
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Bela births are: California (95), Texas (11), New York (10).
Other Czechoslovakian-Origin Names Like Bela
If you like Bela's Czechoslovakian origin, consider these related names: Alzbeta, Anezka, Bednar, Benes, Bily. Browse all Czechoslovakian names →
4-Letter Names Starting with B
Names with Bela's exact length and starting letter: Baal, Babu, Badr, Badu, Baen.
Quick Facts About Bela
Variant Forms
Famous People Named Bela
2 notable figures from history and culture who share the name Bela.
- Bela Bartok is considered as one of the greatest composers and pianist of Hungary.
- Bela Lugosi — Movie Actor (1882)
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Compare Bela to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Bela against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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