Estela
Portuguese · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Estela
The given name 'Estela' is derived from the Latin word 'stella,' meaning 'star,' and is often associated with the Latin word 'estel,' meaning 'star' or 'beacon.' The name Estela is used in various cultures, including Spanish and Portuguese, and has historical connections to the medieval period in Europe, particularly in the context of the name being used as a variant of the name Estelle, which was popularized by the legend of Estelle, the daughter of the Count of Flanders.
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Etymology
The given name 'Estela' is derived from the Latin word 'stella,' meaning 'star,' and is often associated with the Latin word 'estel,' meaning 'star' or 'beacon.' The name Estela is used in various cultures, including Spanish and Portuguese, and has historical connections to the medieval period in Europe, particularly in the context of the name being used as a variant of the name Estelle, which was popularized by the legend of Estelle, the daughter of the Count of Flanders.
Estela currently ranks #1,624 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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