Best Nicknames for Stella
Stella is a Latin name meaning “star,” and its most popular nicknames are Stellie, Elle, Ella, and Ellie. The name has been used in English since the Renaissance, most famously in Philip Sidney’s 16th-century sonnet sequence “Astrophel and Stella.”
Below you’ll find every type of nickname for Stella, plus real people who share the name and the middle names that pair best with it.
Most Popular Nicknames for Stella
- Stellie
- Elle
- Ella
- Ellie
- Stella Bella
- Starla
- Bella
- Twinkle
Meaning and Origin of Stella
Stella comes directly from the Latin word for “star.” It rose to prominence in English literature centuries ago and has remained a beloved name ever since, ranking among the most popular girls’ names in the US and UK over the past two decades.
Classic and Common Nicknames
- Stellie
- Stells
- Elle
- Ella
- Ellie
- Stel
- Essie
- Etta
Cute Options for Kids and Loved Ones
- Stelly-Bean
- Twinkle
- Starlight
- Starla
- Lala
- Bella
- Celie
- Starlet
Funny and Playful Picks
- Stellarator
- Stell-a-bella
- Mozzarella
- Nutella
- Stelly-copter
- Stell-a-vision
- Stella Artois
- Stel-phant
- Story-tella
- Stellacorn
Romantic Nicknames
- My Star
- Sweet Stella
- Starry Eyes
- Stella Mia
- Angel Star
- Stella Amore
- Bright Eyes
- Starshine
- LoveStar
Strong and Bold Nicknames
- Steel
- Stellar
- Commander Stella
- Nova
- Titan
- Valkyrie
- Phoenix
- Queen
Edgy Nicknames
- Stellatrix
- Styx
- Stella Noir
- Raven Star
- Vex
- Nyx
- Shade
- Eclipse
Badass Nicknames
- Stella Storm
- Viper Star
- Cobra
- Blade
- Tank
- Nitro
- Striker
- Rampage
Sport Inspired Nicknames
- Stella Slam
- Stella Sprint
- Ace
- Champ
International Variations
- Estrella, the Spanish form
- Stellina, an Italian diminutive meaning “little star”
- Novella, an Italian variation meaning “new star”
- Stellara, a Latin-inspired form
- Lumistella, a Latin-inspired form meaning “light star”
- Astralle, a stylized celestial variation
Similar Names
- Estelle
- Estella
- Stellan
- Isabella
- Luna
- Nova
- Aurora
- Celeste
- Astrid
Famous People Named Stella
- Stella McCartney, British fashion designer
- Stella Adler, American actress and acting teacher
- Stella Maxwell, Belgian-New Zealand model
- Stella Tennant, British model
- Stella Young, Australian disability rights activist and comedian
Middle Names That Pair Well
- Stella Rose
- Stella Marie
- Stella Grace
- Stella Mae
- Stella Jane
- Stella Louise
- Stella Kate
- Stella Claire
- Stella Faith
- Stella Pearl
Common Typos and Misspellings
- Stela
- Stelle
- Stellah
- Estella
FAQs
What is the most common nickname for Stella?
Stellie and Elle are the most common short forms.
What does the name Stella mean?
Stella is Latin for “star.”
Is Ella a nickname for Stella?
Yes, Ella and Elle are both popular nicknames drawn from the end of Stella.
Is Stella a popular name today?
Yes, Stella has been a consistently popular name in English-speaking countries over the past two decades.
