Estella
Estella first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1921, when 638 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Estella popular?
Vintage Estella is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
| 2020s | 3,139 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,053 | |
| 2000s | 1,557 | |
| 1990s | 617 | |
| 1980s | 800 | |
| 1970s | 1,200 | |
| 1960s | 2,083 | |
| 1950s | 3,380 | |
| 1940s | 3,731 | |
| 1930s | 3,908 | |
| 1920s | 5,797 | |
| 1910s | 5,092 | |
| 1900s | 3,068 | |
| 1890s | 3,174 | |
| 1880s | 2,321 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Estella mean?
A Latinate elaboration of Estelle, both tracing to Latin 'stella' ('star'). Charles Dickens used it for a character in 'Great Expectations'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Estella mean?
Estella means Star. A Latinate elaboration of Estelle, both tracing to Latin 'stella' ('star'). Charles Dickens used it for a character in 'Great Expectations'.
What is the origin of the name Estella?
Estella is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Estella?
Estella is pronounced “es-TEL-uh.”
Is Estella a boy or a girl name?
Estella is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Estella a popular name right now?
Estella is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1921.
How popular is the name Estella?
In 2025, Estella ranked #509 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Estella most popular?
Estella was most popular in 1921, when about 638 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Estella?
Names similar to Estella include Venus, Cordelia, Vesta, Aurelia, Juno.
What names go well with Estella?
latin names that pair well with Estella include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.