Nella — Baby Name Meaning and Origin
Nella is a sweet and charming name for both girls and boys. It has multiple origins including Italian and English, and carries different meanings.
Nella
Meaning of Nella:
Nella is a sweet and charming name for both girls and boys. It has multiple origins including Italian and English, and carries different meanings. In Italian, Nella is derived from the name Antonella and means 'priceless', 'inestimable', or 'beautiful'. In English, Nella is often used as a diminutive of names such as Helen or Eleanor and means 'bright', 'shining', or 'light'. This name represents qualities such as beauty, radiance, and uniqueness. Nella is a name that signifies a child who brings joy and brightness into the lives of others. By choosing the name Nella for your baby, you are giving them a name that symbolizes their inherent worth and the light they bring to the world.
- Gender: Unisex
- Origin: Italian, English, Greek
- US popularity: In 2022, 81 newborns in the United States were named Nella (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1927 with 81 babies.
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Frequently asked questions about Nella
What does the name Nella mean?
Nella is a sweet and charming name for both girls and boys. It has multiple origins including Italian and English, and carries different meanings. In Italian, Nella is derived from the name Antonella and means 'priceless', 'inestimable', or 'beautiful'.
What is the origin of the name Nella?
Nella is a unisex name of Italian, English, Greek origin.
Is Nella a boy or girl name?
Nella is commonly used as a unisex name.
How popular is the name Nella?
In 2022, 81 newborns in the United States were named Nella, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1927, with 81 babies given the name.
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