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Ozella

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Pronounced oh-ZEL-ah /oˈzɛl.ə/Medium

Meaning: A vintage American name of uncertain origin, variously linked to 'a gazelle/fawn' or an -ella elaboration of Oza/Ozelle; routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A vintage -ella name; possibly 'a gazelle': Ozella. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'oh-ZEL-ah'). Routes uncertain.
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Origin LowAmerican, English
MeaningA vintage American name of uncertain origin, variously linked to 'a gazelle/fawn' or an -ella elaboration of Oza/Ozelle; routes uncertain
U.S. rank (2024)#10050 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,331

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Ozella is a vintage American name of uncertain origin, variously linked to 'a gazelle/fawn' or an -ella elaboration of Oza/Ozelle (routes uncertain, which we flag honestly). A lyrical, classic name (said 'oh-ZEL-ah').

In the U.S. it appears especially in early-1900s Southern families. Rare, a-vintage-name, and lyrical.

Did you know? Ozella is a vintage American name of uncertain origin, variously linked to 'a gazelle/fawn' — a lyrical, old-fashioned name (the routes are uncertain, which we note; said 'oh-ZEL-ah').
Overall data confidence 20%
References — Ozella — vintage; routes uncertain

Variations

OzelleOzelaOsella

Nicknames

Oza

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ozella mean?

Ozella is a vintage American name of uncertain origin, variously linked to 'a gazelle/fawn'; we flag it honestly.

How do you pronounce Ozella?

It's said oh-ZEL-ah /oˈzɛl.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Ozella a boy or girl name?

Ozella is a girl's name.

How popular is Ozella?

Ozella is a very rare name in the U.S.

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