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Anella is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive form of Anna (meaning 'grace') or a variant of Aniela, the Polish form of Angela (meaning 'messenger' or…
Hebrew
"messenger from God, angel"
Bell-like and original.
Ardella is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'ardere' meaning 'to burn' or 'to be passionate.' This charming vintage name peaked in popularity in the early 1900s in the United States but…
Spanish variation of Annabel
"loving"
We like all forms of this name—Annabel, Anabel, Annabelle, Anabela, and Annabella—so you decide how elaborate you want to get. Actress Sela Ward chose the Anabella spelling.
Aribella is a feminine name that blends Italian and Spanish influences. It appears to be a modern variation combining elements of 'Ara' (meaning 'altar' in Latin) or 'Ari' (meaning 'eagle' in Hebrew…
Greek
A name with a weather-related meaning, a tie to mythology, and an airy, bright sound, Aella is a quietly rising choice, with 51 American babies receiving the name in a recent year. In Greek…
Spanish, Brazillian, Greek
"excellent, best"
Likely a variation of the Spanish Aristea, combined with the popular -ella suffix, Aristella has its origins in Greek, drawn from the element aristos meaning "excellent" or "best". Predominantly used…
Arnella is a feminine name with Germanic roots, formed as a feminine derivative of Arnold, which means "eagle power" or "strong as an eagle." This elegant elaboration carries the same powerful…
Aryella is a feminine name with modern origins, likely created as an elaborate variation of Ariel or Ariella. The name has a lyrical, flowing quality with its melodic arrangement of vowels and…
Latin
"armpit"
A star system in Sagittarius, so one of the most appropriate names for December babies .
Abriella is a feminine name combining elements of Hebrew 'Abra' (mother of many) or 'Gabriella' with the popular '-ella' suffix that adds feminine elegance. This contemporary creation has gained…
Archangella is a rare feminine name derived from the word 'archangel,' referring to the highest-ranking angels in several religious traditions. The name combines the Greek elements 'arch' (chief) and…
Arbella is a feminine name with noble historical connections, most notably through Lady Arbella Stuart, a potential successor to Queen Elizabeth I of England in the early 17th century. The name…
Amella is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Amelia, which derives from the Germanic word 'amal' meaning 'work' or 'labor,' suggesting industriousness.…
American invented name, variation of Bird
A hybrid of Birdie and Ella used briefly in the early 20th century.
"lovable"
Amabella is an elaboration of Amabel, a popular medieval name. Neil Gaiman and Liane Moriarty used Amabella as a character name in their novels, The Graveyard Book and Big Little Lies , respectively.
Variation of Adele or Adeline
Now that all names Adel- are the height of fashion, Adella is an unusual name that nevertheless sounds very trendy. Adella is one of Ariel's sisters in The Little Mermaid.
Barbarella is a feminine name that gained recognition primarily through the 1968 science fiction film of the same name featuring Jane Fonda. It's an elaboration of Barbara, which comes from Greek…
Antoinella is a feminine name that represents an elaborated form of Antoinette, which itself is the French feminine diminutive of Antoine (Anthony). The name ultimately derives from the Roman family…
Azriella is an enchanting feminine name with Hebrew roots, created as an elaborate feminine form of Azriel, meaning 'God is my help' or 'helped by God.' This ornate name combines the traditional…