Bella

Meaning of Bella

The name Bella means "beautiful" in Italian. It's often used as a short form for longer names like Isabella or Annabella.

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Popularity of Bella

Bella has cooled off, slipping to #136 in 2025, down from a peak of #48 in 2010.

Notable people named Bella

• Bella Hadid
  American supermodel, fashion icon
• Bella Ramsey
  English actress, The Last of Us
• Bella Thorne
  American actress, singer, author
• Bella Abzug
  American politician, activist, lawyer
• Bella Heathcote
  Australian actress, model

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Questions about the name Bella

What does the name Bella mean?

Bella means the name bella means "beautiful" in italian. it's often used as a short form for longer names like isabella or annabella, and it comes from Italian origins.

Is Bella a boy's or a girl's name?

Bella is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Bella?

In 2025, Bella ranked #136 for girls, down from #109 the year before.

When was Bella most popular?

Bella peaked at #48 in 2010.