Fontella
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Fontella
Fontella is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word *fons* (genitive *fontis*), meaning "fountain" or "spring," often interpreted as "little fountain." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly within African American communities, and gained notable historical context through the American soul singer Fontella Bass (1944–2012), known for her hit "Rescue Me."
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Etymology
Fontella is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word *fons* (genitive *fontis*), meaning "fountain" or "spring," often interpreted as "little fountain." It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly within African American communities, and gained notable historical context through the American soul singer Fontella Bass (1944–2012), known for her hit "Rescue Me."
Fontella currently ranks #11,861 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1966.
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