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Lahela
Pronounced lah-HEH-lah /lɑˈhɛ.lɑ/Medium
Meaning: The Hawaiian form of Rachel — from the Hebrew Rachel, 'a ewe; a gentle one; innocence'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Lahela is the Hawaiian form of Rachel — from the Hebrew Rachel, 'a ewe; a gentle one; innocence'. A lyrical, classic name (said 'lah-HEH-lah').
In the U.S. it appears in Hawaiian families. Rare, a-ewe-and-innocence at the root, and lyrical.
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What does the name Lahela mean?
Lahela is the Hawaiian form of Rachel — Hebrew 'a ewe; a gentle one; innocence'.
How do you pronounce Lahela?
It's said lah-HEH-lah /lɑˈhɛ.lɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Lahela a boy or girl name?
Lahela is a girl's name.
How popular is Lahela?
Lahela is a very rare name in the U.S.













