Estelle
Estelle first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1915, when 1,784 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Estelle popular?
Vintage Estelle is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1915.
| 2020s | 2,508 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,893 | |
| 2000s | 966 | |
| 1990s | 393 | |
| 1980s | 454 | |
| 1970s | 589 | |
| 1960s | 1,077 | |
| 1950s | 1,930 | |
| 1940s | 3,225 | |
| 1930s | 5,704 | |
| 1920s | 12,279 | |
| 1910s | 13,807 | |
| 1900s | 5,259 | |
| 1890s | 3,485 | |
| 1880s | 1,841 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Estelle mean?
An Old French form descending from Latin 'stella' ('star'), via Occitan 'Estela'. It shares its root with Stella and spread as a given name in the 19th century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Estelle mean?
Estelle means Star. An Old French form descending from Latin 'stella' ('star'), via Occitan 'Estela'. It shares its root with Stella and spread as a given name in the 19th century.
What is the origin of the name Estelle?
Estelle is of french origin.
How do you pronounce Estelle?
Estelle is pronounced “es-TEL.”
Is Estelle a boy or a girl name?
Estelle is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Estelle a popular name right now?
Estelle is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1915.
How popular is the name Estelle?
In 2025, Estelle ranked #573 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Estelle most popular?
Estelle was most popular in 1915, when about 1,784 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Estelle?
Names similar to Estelle include Adaline, Elise, Juliette, Adele, Nadine.
What names go well with Estelle?
french names that pair well with Estelle include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.