girl name · Italian origin
Bella
/ BEL-uh /
Meaning
Bella means Beautiful (Italian).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
BEL-uh
Popularity
#136 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Bella in the US, 1880–2025
Bella first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2010, when 5,136 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,129.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Bella mean?
Bella means “beautiful” in Italian and also serves as a short form of Isabella.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bella mean?
Bella means Beautiful. Bella means “beautiful” in Italian and also serves as a short form of Isabella.
What is the origin of the name Bella?
Bella is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Bella?
Bella is pronounced “BEL-uh.”
Is Bella a boy or a girl name?
Bella is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Bella?
In 2025, Bella ranked #136 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bella most popular?
Bella was most popular in 2010, when about 5,136 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.