Rochella

Rochella is a feminine name that appears to be an elaboration of Rochelle, which comes from the French place name La Rochelle ('little rock'). The added 'a' ending gives the name a more romantic, flowing quality similar to names like Isabella or Gabriella. Rochella combines strength (through its connection to 'rock') with feminine elegance in its soft ending. While significantly less common than Rochelle, which enjoyed popularity in the mid-20th century, Rochella offers a more distinctive alternative while maintaining familiar sounds and roots. The name has a melodic quality with its alternating consonants and vowels, creating a rhythmic, musical impression that feels both sophisticated and approachable.

Pronounced ro-SHEL-uh.

As of October 2026, Rochella ranked #14999 in US births in 1992 SSA, peaked at #2889 in 1939.