Enkela
Fact sheet
- Name
- Enkela
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Enkela is a feminine first name that is considered a short form of Enkelejda. Translated, this name means 'the Encheläerin'.
What does the name Enkela mean?
Enkela, a feminine first name, is derived from Enkelejda and carries the meaning 'the Encheläerin'. The name has its roots in the Illyrian tribe of the Enkeleäer (Encheläer; in Albanian Enkelejtë, which means approximately 'the angels').
Where does the name Enkela come from?
The name Enkela has Albanian origins and means 'the Encheläerin'. It is composed of the word Enchelei, which describes an ancient Illyrian tribe that lived in Enchele. In English, it corresponds to énkhelus (ἔγχελυς), which means 'eel-people' in Ancient Greek. The language is Albanian.
How do you pronounce Enkela?
Enkela is pronounced 'En-keh-la'.
Popularity
In Germany, Enkela is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2015, reaching 4,092nd. In the last ten years, Enkela has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it 8,310th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 9,958th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ela / Enkel / Enki / Kela / Keli
Frequently asked questions about the name Enkela
What is the meaning of the name Enkela?
Enkela means 'the Encheläerin' and has its roots in the Illyrian tribe of the Enkeleäer, which means 'the angels' in Albanian.
Where does the name Enkela come from?
The name Enkela has Albanian origins and refers to the ancient Illyrian tribe that lived in Enchele.
How popular is the name Enkela?
The popularity of the name Enkela is currently difficult to quantify, as it is rather rare and mainly occurs in Albanian communities.