Stella

#23 in Connecticut

Meaning of Stella

The name Stella is a beautiful and timeless choice for a baby girl. Originating from the Latin word for "star," Stella has been shining brightly in the world of names for centuries. Pronounced STEL-uh, it evokes images of celestial beauty and elegance. Variations such as Estelle and Estella share its luminous charm. In the United States, Stella has experienced a resurgence in popularity over the past few decades, consistently ranking within the top 50 names since 2014. This classic name not only carries a rich historical legacy but also remains fresh and modern, making it a stellar choice for any little girl destined to shine brightly in life.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as STEL-uh (/'stɛl.ə/)

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Notable People Named Stella

Stella Adler was a renowned American actress and influential acting teacher.
Stella Nina McCartney is an English fashion designer known for her advocacy of animal rights and environmentalism, as well as her collaboration with Adidas on an activewear collection.
Stella Taylor, an American long-distance swimmer born in England, gained fame for being the oldest woman to swim across the English Channel and for completing the crossing twice.
Stella Tennant was a British model and fashion designer who gained fame in the early 1990s, working with renowned designers and appearing in advertising campaigns for top fashion brands.
Stella Maxwell is a Belgian-born Northern Irish model, former Victoria's Secret Angel, and the face of Max Factor cosmetics.
Stella Obasanjo was the First Lady of Nigeria from 1999 until her death, and the wife of former President Olusegun Obasanjo.
Stella Alexander, a British writer and scholar born and raised in China, left behind a collection of letters and an unpublished memoir covering diverse topics such as the Quaker movement, Yugoslav history, and the Japanese occupation of Shanghai during World War II, which are now held by the British Library.
Stella Damasus - Stella Damascus is a Nigerian actress and singer, known for winning several awards for her performances in various films.
Stella Jane Young was an Australian comedian, journalist, and disability rights activist.
Stella Huang is a multi-talented Singaporean singer, actress, and businesswoman.
Stella Maeve Johnston is an American actress known for her roles in The Runaways, Chicago P.D., and The Magicians.
Stella Katsoudas, also known as Stella Soleil and Sister Soleil, is a Greek-American pop and rock singer who was the frontwoman for Dirty Little Rabbits and released the album "Under a DubWitch Moon" as DubWitch in 2015.
Stella Blakemore (1906–1991) was a renowned South African writer known for her Afrikaans youth novels.
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