NAME PROFILE
Tesla
Tesla is a surname of Serbian origin, most famously associated with inventor Nikola Tesla, known for his pioneering work in electricity and electromagnetism. The name evokes a sense of innovation, creativity, and a forward-thinking mindset.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,687 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2015 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1989 |
| Most recent | 2020 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 32%CA — 28%OH — 16%IN — 13%FL — 11%
Notable People
Nikola Tesla (Inventor, electrical engineer, known for contributions to AC electricity) · Elon Musk (CEO of Tesla, Inc., influential entrepreneur in technology and transportation)
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