Bella
Bella is an girl name of Italian, from Latin origin, meaning “Beautiful”.
| Meaning | Beautiful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Italian, from Latin |
| Pronunciation | BEL-uh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Sweden |
Meaning and origin of Bella
Bella is the Italian and Latin word for 'beautiful', from bellus. In English it began as a short form of names like Isabella and Arabella, and only later became a name in its own right. It rose steeply in popularity in the 2000s, partly thanks to Bella Swan, the heroine of the Twilight novels. Its sound is close to the Hindi Bela, but the two names are unrelated.
Is Bella a religious name?
Bella has no religious background in itself, though it is often a short form of Isabella, which descends from the biblical Elisheba (Elizabeth).
How popular is Bella?
Widely used across the English-speaking world and parts of Europe since the 2000s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bella mean?
Bella means 'Beautiful'. It is of Italian, from Latin origin.
Does Bella have a religious meaning?
Bella has no religious background in itself, though it is often a short form of Isabella, which descends from the biblical Elisheba (Elizabeth).
How do you pronounce Bella?
Bella is pronounced BEL-uh.
Is Bella a boy or girl name?
Bella is usually a girl name.