Name Profile
Stella
“Star” — Latin
GirlLatin2 syllablesCurrent rank #49 (2024)
About Stella
Radiating a celestial glow, the Latin girl's name Stella elegantly means "star." This sophisticated yet spunky vintage revival has captured the hearts of modern parents who are drawn to its glamorous sound and brilliantly simple, nature-inspired imagery.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginLatin
Syllables2
Nicknames for Stella
StelStelySte
Popularity in the U.S.
Stella ranks #49 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 4,264 births..
Stella popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Stella had 4,264 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,795 | #51 |
| 2016 | 4,930 | #45 |
| 2017 | 5,063 | #42 |
| 2018 | 5,154 | #38 |
| 2019 | 4,980 | #39 |
| 2020 | 4,624 | #42 |
| 2021 | 4,818 | #41 |
| 2022 | 4,845 | #40 |
| 2023 | 4,366 | #46 |
| 2024 | 4,264 | #49 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Stella Rose
- Stella Claire
- Stella June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stella mean?
Stella is commonly linked to the meaning Star and is associated with Latin roots.
Is Stella a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Stella ranks #49 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 4,264 births..
What are common nicknames for Stella?
Popular nicknames include Stel, Stely, Ste.