Ozella
Ozella is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Uncertain; possibly derived from Germanic roots meaning 'divine power' blended with the suffix -ella.
Origin and history
Ozella is an elaborate feminine name created in the United States around the late 19th century, likely inspired by names such as Oza, Osia, or Ella. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the early 1900s and remains a rare, vintage choice today. Its exact etymological roots are tied to early American coinages and potential Germanic elements related to divine power.
Popularity in the United States
2,338 babies in the United States have been named Ozella since 1880. It ranks #3643 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2055.
States where it is most popular
- AL (19.4 %)
- TX (18.5 %)
- GA (16.5 %)
- OK (15.2 %)
- MS (13.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 48 |
| 1890-1900 | 78 |
| 1900-1910 | 186 |
| 1910-1920 | 469 |
| 1920-1930 | 589 |
| 1930-1940 | 378 |
| 1940-1950 | 245 |
| 1950-1960 | 189 |
| 1960-1970 | 65 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 15 |
| 2020-2029 | 46 |
Famous people named Ozella
- Ozella Jones: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Ozzie, Ella, Zell
Fun facts
- Ozella saw its highest popularity in the United States during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
- The addition of the popular '-ella' suffix was a common trend in 19th-century American name invention.