Stela
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Stela first appeared in US Social Security records in 2000.
Over 196 babies have been named Stela in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Stela is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #8,427 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,427
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Stela
Stela is a girl name .
Stela is currently ranked #8,427 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Stela include Ste, Sty, Stie, and Stekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Stela include Stella . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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