Name:
Bella
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Latin
Meaning:
Bella is a diminutive of Isabella. Isabella is a variant of Isabel. Isabel originates in Latin language and means "promise of God". Ultimately, it is derived from Elizabeth, originating in Hebrew. Some sources suggest that Isabel is simply a Spanish and Portuguese form of Elizabeth. Most recently, the name Isabella was popularized by the character Isabella Swan in Twilight series written by Stephenie Meyer. Currently, it is a number one in the chart of popular feminine given names in the United States.
Pronunciation:
BEL-É™
The Five Elements:
Water
Also Spelled Like...:
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Famous Bella:
Bella Abzug : 20th century writer and politician
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Bella Freud : fashion designer
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