Bella is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #388 in 2006 with 108 recorded births. This places Bella in the top 6% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 1,141 births ranking #52. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 369.6%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 2,771 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.