Estella
boy nameEstella entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #974 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
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rank today
#974
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #974 |
| 1910s | #2659 |
| 1930s | #3259 |
| 1940s | #3432 |
| 1950s | #3681 |
| 1960s | #3948 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Estella are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Estella alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Estella most popular?
- Estella peaked in 1889, reaching #974 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Estella with classmates?
- Estella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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