Updated December 2023
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English, Scottish
"grace"
Elaboration of Anne
English variation of Emmanuela
"God is with us"
Long and lilting but with the familiar sounds of Emma and Ella, Emmanuella is an alternative spelling to the Italian, Portuguese, and Romanian Emanuela. Familiar in the UK and is also popular in…
Cristella is a feminine name of Latin origin that combines elements of 'Crystal' with the romantic '-ella' suffix common in Italian and Spanish naming traditions. The name essentially means 'little…
Cristabella is an elegant feminine name blending elements of Latin and Italian origins. The name combines 'crista,' meaning 'follower of Christ,' with 'bella,' meaning 'beautiful.' This creates a…
Esthella is an elaborate feminine variation of Esther, which derives from the Persian word 'setareh' meaning 'star.' This ornate form combines elements of Esther with the popular '-ella' suffix that…
Astella is a feminine name with celestial associations, likely derived from Latin and Greek origins relating to stars. It appears to be a modern variation combining elements of names like Estella,…
Invented literary name
Though it doesn't have historic roots--it was created by L. Frank Baum for a Princess character in his book Ozma of Oz --Evella could fit well into the Eve-Eva-Evelyn group now coming back into favor.
Cornish
"higher, more exalted"
Ewella is one of the modern Cornish word names plucked straight from the dictionary. It's very name-like with its -ella ending, but the Ew up front gives us pause.
Variation of Isabella, form of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Ezabella is a creative variation of Isabella, with a distinctive spelling that incorporates the trendy 'Ez' prefix. The name has roots in the Hebrew name Elisheba, the root name of Elizabeth, meaning…
Fauniella is an exceptionally rare feminine name derived from 'fauna,' the Latin word for animals and wildlife. The addition of the feminine suffix '-ella' creates a delicate, whimsical quality. This…
Fella is a feminine given name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Arabic, where it means 'peasant girl' or relate to the Italian 'Felicia,' meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate.' In some…
Celtic
"white-shouldered one"
More unusual than Fiona and more user-friendly than Fionnuala, the engaging Scottish Fenella, has been scarcely heard in this country. Fenella first became known outside of Ireland when Sir Walter…
Fennella is a feminine name of Scottish and Irish Gaelic origin, believed to be derived from Fionnuala or Finola, meaning 'white shoulder' or 'fair shoulder.' This enchanting name carries the lyrical…
Fidella is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'fidelis' meaning 'faithful' or 'loyal.' This melodic name carries an old-world charm and appears in various European naming traditions,…
Scottish variation of Finola
"white shoulder"
Finella and cousin Fenella, which are found most often in Scotland, would make pleasing imports.
Italian
"little flower"
Not only are individual flower names more popular (and out-there) than ever, but so too are the more generic names like Florence and Flora. While brother name Fiorello became known via long-term New…
Florella is a delicate feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'flora' meaning 'flower.' This charming elaboration adds the diminutive suffix '-ella,' creating a name that essentially means…
Literature
The name of the princess heroine in Philippa Gregory's series of children's books, who subverts the usual tropes by being fierce, headstrong, principled and adventurous.
Fynella is a feminine name with Scottish and Gaelic roots. It's believed to be a variant of Finella or Fenella, derived from the Gaelic name Fionnuala, meaning 'white shoulder' or 'fair shoulder.' In…
Corrella is a feminine name likely derived as a variant or elaboration of Cora, which comes from the Greek name Kore, meaning "maiden." In Greek mythology, Kore was an epithet of Persephone, the…