Bella is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1015 in 1997 with 20 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 1,141 births ranking #52. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 13.0%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 14,659 girls born was named Bella. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Bella is a sparkling favourite meaning beautiful. It feels sweet, feminine, and instantly familiar.
The name became a major modern success both as a stand-alone name and as a short form of longer classics like Isabella. Its easy warmth explains its lasting appeal.