Astella

“Derived from the Latin word 'stella', meaning 'star'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6441US 2023

18Births / yr

↓Falling

126All-time births

📅 Since 201100

How to pronounce Astella

AST·EL·uh

/ˈæst.ˈɛl.ə/ · stress on AST · 3 syllables

“Derived from the Latin word 'stella', meaning 'star'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Astella mean and where does it come from?

Astella is a relatively modern name that emerged in the United States. The name beautifully captures the essence of 'star', drawing on Latin roots through the word 'stella'. Astella may be regarded as a feminine counterpart to names like Aster and Stella, which also evoke similar celestial themes. I

Cultural significance

Astella has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the latin word 'stella', meaning 'star'..

Peak popularity

Reached #5612 in 2020 — currently #6441 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Astella?

Astella works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Astella Grace

How popular is Astella right now?

Falling — down 2397 spots — currently #6441 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#6441 · Top 4.8%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6441	18	▼ down 2397 · -50% births
2022	#4044	36	▲ up 1060 · +44% births
2021	#5104	25	▲ up 508 · +14% births
2020	#5612	22	▲ up 12872 · +340% births
2015	#18484	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Astella

Best Year2022Rank #4044

Peak Count36

Average Rank#7937

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Astella

Astella is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2011. With 126 total births recorded, Astella remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18484 in 2015 to #6441 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Astella in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Astella has only 126 total recorded births since 2011 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Astella?

Common

AstElla

What names sound and feel like Astella?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Astella also consider these

American · A diminutive form

Jasella

American · God is gracious

Arnella

American · Eagle

Andella

American · Brave and noble.

Matella

American · A feminine form

Common questions about the name Astella

What does the name Astella mean?

Astella means "Derived from the Latin word 'stella', meaning 'star'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Astella?

Astella is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Astella have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Astella?

Astella originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Astella?

Astella is a three-syllable name pronounced AE1 S T EH1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Astella?

Astella pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.