Unknown; possibly a modern variation of Vala or Valeriana.
Vaela is a rare, modern name with an ambiguous etymology. It may be a creative variation of the Germanic name Vala, meaning 'singled out,' or a shortened, stylized form of the Latin Valeria, meaning 'to be strong.' Its usage is primarily contemporary and found in fantasy literature or as a unique phonetic invention.
Less common today
Vaela isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,901 in 2025.
A character in the video game World of Warcraft · World of Warcraft
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
