Estella
girl name#509 in 2025Estella entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #106 in 1883, ranks #509 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#509
rank today
#106
peak (1883)
581
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #115 |
| 1890s | #138 |
| 1900s | #172 |
| 1910s | #233 |
| 1920s | #273 |
| 1930s | #320 |
| 1940s | #378 |
| 1950s | #497 |
| 1960s | #711 |
| 1970s | #1048 |
| 1980s | #1561 |
| 1990s | #2219 |
| 2000s | #1530 |
| 2010s | #888 |
| 2020s | #585 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Estella has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Estella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Estella alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Estella in 2025?
- Estella ranks #509 among US girl names in 2025, with 581 babies given the name.
- When was the name Estella most popular?
- Estella peaked in 1883, reaching #106 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Estella with classmates?
- Estella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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