Vella
Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Vella
Vella derives from Latin "vellus" meaning "fleece" or "hair," and may also relate to Basque or Italian diminutive forms.
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Etymology
Vella derives from Latin "vellus" meaning "fleece" or "hair," and may also relate to Basque or Italian diminutive forms. The name is used primarily in Basque, Italian, and Scandinavian cultures, with historical presence among Christian communities in Spain and Southern Europe.
Vella currently ranks #4,977 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1915.
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