Girl name · Latin
Stella
“star”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Stella.
Explore Stella further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Stella — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Stella is Latin — "star," unmediated — coined as a name by poet Philip Sidney for his sonnets, shouted up a staircase by Brando forever after, and re-lit by every generation since.
Stella holds American top-50 standing — the star category's reigning classic.
Two bright syllables. It pairs well with longer middles (Stella Evangeline, Stella Josephine). On our vibe map it is Celestial at named-star magnitude with Vintage Elegant sonnets and Heirloom shine — the star, by name.
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All Latin names →Stella — common questions
Is Stella a boy or girl name?
Stella is traditionally a girl name of Latin origin. It ranked #52 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Stella mean?
Stella means “star” of Latin origin. Stella is Latin — "star," unmediated — coined as a name by poet Philip Sidney for his sonnets, shouted up a staircase by Brando forever after, and re-lit by every generation since.
Where does the name Stella come from?
Stella is Latin in origin. Stella holds American top-50 standing — the star category's reigning classic.
What are common nicknames for Stella?
Stell and Ella — the short-forms parents most often use for Stella.
How popular is Stella?
Stella ranked #52 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Stella you might want for the nursery.