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Girl
Stella
Star
Origin
Latin
Used in
itende
Popularity
#43 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Stella
Stella derives from the Latin stella, 'star': a simple, luminous name full of poetry. In the Christian tradition it recalls the Marian title Stella Maris, 'star of the sea', a guide and hope. It evokes light, aspiration and celestial wonder. Found in Italy, the English-speaking world and Germany, it has enjoyed renewed popularity in recent years. Prized for its clear meaning and sweet sound, it is an essential, elegant choice, as radiant as the thing it names.
Variants around the world
How Stella is said in other languages.
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