Fela
Meaning of Fela
Fela is a unisex name that has origins in both English and Yoruba. In English, it is pronounced as "FEE-luh" (/ˈfiːlə/), while in Yoruba, it is pronounced as "FEH-lah" (/ˈfɛlɑ/). The name has a variation, Felicia. In terms of popularity, Fela has been given to a small number of newborns in the United States. It was ranked 13,431st in 2021 with 6 occurrences. However, it's worth noting that data for previous years is not available or not significant enough to rank. Despite its rarity, Fela carries a unique and distinctive sound that can make it an appealing choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as FEE-luh (/ˈfiːlə/)
Yoruba
- Pronunced as FEH-lah (/ˈfɛlɑ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Fela
| Fela Kuti - Fela Aníkúlápó Kútì, also known as Abàmì Ẹ̀dá, was a Nigerian musician, bandleader, composer, political activist, and Pan-Africanist, regarded as the King of Afrobeat. |
| Fela Sowande - Chief Olufela Obafunmilayo "Fela" Sowande MBE was a renowned Nigerian musician and composer, known as the father of modern Nigerian art music and one of the most internationally recognized African composers in the classical music genre. |
