Stella is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Stella was given to 4,264 girls, ranking No. 49 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Stella
In 2024, Stella was given to 4,264 girls, ranking No. 49 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1880 and shows 203,125 recorded births between 1880 and 2024.
Is Stella Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Stella is used as a girl name in the latest national records.
Why Parents Compare Stella
Parents comparing Stella often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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