Estrella
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Estrella
The name 'Estrella' means "star" in Spanish, deriving directly from the Latin word *stella*.
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Etymology
The name 'Estrella' means "star" in Spanish, deriving directly from the Latin word *stella*. It is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures, often within Catholic contexts due to the Virgin Mary's title "Estrella del Mar" (Star of the Sea), and gained popularity in the United States among Hispanic communities.
Estrella currently ranks #612 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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