Stella
girl name#52 in 2025Stella entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #38 in 2018, ranks #52 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#52
rank today
#38
peak (2018)
4,136
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #60 |
| 1890s | #61 |
| 1900s | #67 |
| 1910s | #68 |
| 1920s | #108 |
| 1930s | #172 |
| 1940s | #197 |
| 1950s | #296 |
| 1960s | #438 |
| 1970s | #640 |
| 1980s | #882 |
| 1990s | #1082 |
| 2000s | #347 |
| 2010s | #57 |
| 2020s | #45 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Stella has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Stella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Stella alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Stella in 2025?
- Stella ranks #52 among US girl names in 2025, with 4,136 babies given the name.
- When was the name Stella most popular?
- Stella peaked in 2018, reaching #38 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Stella with classmates?
- Stella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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