Names Starting With S
GirlLatin#38 in 2025
Stella
Stella is a girls' name of Latin origin meaning “Star.” It ranked #38 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
STEL-uh
Meaning & Origin
The name Stella means “Star.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
Made literary by Tennessee Williams' 'A Streetcar Named Desire.' The famous cry 'STELLA!' is part of American cultural memory.
Popularity Over Time
#482021
#452022
#422023
#402024
#382025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #38 |
| 2024 | #40 |
| 2023 | #42 |
| 2022 | #45 |
| 2021 | #48 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Stella
- Stella McCartney
- Stella Artois
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