Stella

Stella is a feminine name of Latin origin. It means ‘star’ and is derived from the Latin word ‘stella’.

Stella Meaning

Star

Historical Significance

The name Stella has been used since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century.

Fun Fact

Stella was popularized as a given name by Sir Philip Sidney’s 1590 poem ‘Astrophel and Stella’.

Literature Reference

Stella is the name of a character in Tennessee Williams’ play ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’.

Music Reference

The song ‘Stella’ by All Time Low was released in 2009, featuring the name Stella.

Famous Namesakes

  • Stella McCartney: Fashion Designer, known for Founder of her eponymous fashion brand
  • Stella Maxwell: Model, known for Victoria’s Secret Angel
  • Stella Adler: Actress and Acting Teacher, known for Founder of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting

Similar Names

Estelle, Estrella, Star, Starla, Esther

Stella Nicknames

Stel, Stelly, Elle

Estelle, Stellan

Sibling Names

Luna, Nova, Aurora, Celeste, Leo, Orion, Sirius, Astro, Lyra, Phoenix, Andromeda, Cassiopeia