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Stella

“Star, celestial, heavenly body”

STEL-uh Latin origin 6 letters 2 syllables
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Stella

Star, celestial, heavenly body

Latin

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Star Celestial Heavenly

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

2

About this name

Stella is a Latin name meaning 'star.' Popularized in literature and representing celestial beauty. The name represents starlight, heavenly beauty, and timeless vintage elegance in Western culture.

It means "Star, celestial, heavenly body." It is pronounced STEL-uh. It is traditionally associated with Christian. It is associated with themes of Celestial, Beauty and Stars. Its listed personality traits are Bright, Heavenly and Beautiful. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Estelle, Estella and Star.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Stella mean?

The name Stella means "Star, celestial, heavenly body."

What origin is the name Stella?

Stella is of Latin origin.

Is Stella a boy or girl name?

Stella is traditionally a girl's name.

How do you pronounce Stella?

Stella is pronounced STEL-uh.

Is Stella popular?

Stella has a popularity score of 86 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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