Bella: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: b-ehll-ah
Origin: Italy
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Bella is a name of Italian origin, meaning "beautiful" or "lovely

Bella is a name of Italian origin, meaning "beautiful" or "lovely." It has become one of the most popular names globally, especially after the character Bella Swan in Stephenie Meyer's "Twilight" series. The use of Bella has significantly increased in recent decades, particularly in the early 2000s. The name is important because it represents a timeless and universal quality of beauty, making it a favorite among parents worldwide.

Bella Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Bella is currently #27613 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Bella is currently #27612 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Bella is currently #13869 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Bella is currently #5936 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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