Gelila: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ehl-eel-ah
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 11, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: Rolling hills, delicate, beautiful temptress

Gelila is a beautifully poetic name of Ethiopian (Amharic) origin, meaning “rolling hills,” and also evoking images of delicate beauty and alluring charm. Its gentle, lyrical sound mirrors the soft undulations of a landscape, symbolizing natural grace, movement, and feminine strength. In some interpretations, Gelila is also associated with a “beautiful temptress,” suggesting charisma and an irresistible spirit. Rare and elegant, Gelila is a captivating name that blends earthiness with mystique.

Gelila Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gelila is currently #12088 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Gelila is currently #6808 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Gelila is currently #5794 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Gelila is currently #3253 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gelila is currently #6343 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Gelila is currently #3563 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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