Stella

Directly associated with the Latin word for “star.”

Stella is a classic feminine name with Latin roots and strong recognition in many places. It feels concise and clear in writing, and it has a straightforward, widely understood association with stars. Etymologically, Stella is typically linked to Latin stella, commonly glossed as “star.” That direct lexical connection makes it one of the more transparent Latin-root names in terms of meaning, even as the name travels across different languages and naming traditions. Pronunciation is usually STEL-ə with two syllables. A practical tip is that the double “l” is pronounced as a simple “l” sound in English; the main variation you’ll hear is how open or closed the first vowel is by region.

Etymology: Typically linked to Latin stella (“star”), and used as a given name in multiple European traditions.