Holding steady.
Popularity of Costella since 1912
Babies named Costella per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1948, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Costella's real moment was 1937.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 36 |
| 1920s | 51 |
| 1930s | 102 |
| 1940s | 119 |
| 1950s | 83 |
| 1960s | 37 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Costella is a rare and enigmatic given name. Its first recorded year in U.S. data is 1912, but it never entered the top 1000, reflecting its uncommon usage. The peak year was 1937, when it saw a slight uptick in registrations. Since then, its trajectory has been stable at extremely low numbers, with no states reporting significant use. The name's origins are uncertain but likely Italian, possibly derived from the surname Costello or as a variant of Crystal. With its melodic sound and rarity, Costella offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking something unusual.
Costella likely derives from Italian Costello, a surname meaning 'little Constance' or from Latin 'constans' meaning steadfast. As a given name, it emerged in the early 20th century, possibly as a feminization of Costello or a respelling of Crystal. Its use has been rare and sporadic.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Costa, Stella, Coco
Sibling names for Costella
Names that share Costella's style, for a brother or sister.
