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Ella
All, complete; also fairy maiden
Origin
Germanic
Used in
deen
Origin and meaning of Ella
Ella has its roots in the Germanic alja, 'all, complete,' and is also a short form of names like Eleanor and of a Norman word for a 'fairy maiden.' Short and luminous, it is hugely popular in the English- and German-speaking worlds, where it ranks among the most loved girls' names. Its elegant simplicity and soft, singable sound make it instantly recognizable in any language.
Variants around the world
How Ella is said in other languages.
EllieEla
Famous people
- Ella Fitzgerald— singer
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