Rising since 1986, #612 for girls today.
Popularity of Estrella since 1914
Babies named Estrella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 19 |
| 1920s | 41 |
| 1930s | 33 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 116 |
| 1960s | 120 |
| 1970s | 309 |
| 1980s | 737 |
| 1990s | 1,810 |
| 2000s | 6,587 |
| 2010s | 4,404 |
| 2020s | 2,577 |
Meaning & origin
Estrella is a Spanish name meaning 'star,' a meaning that has given it a celestial and luminous appeal. First recorded in the United States in 1914, the name has had a steady presence, particularly in states with large Hispanic populations such as New Mexico, Nebraska, and Arizona. It reached its peak popularity in 2005 and has been on a rising trend since 1986. The name's simplicity and positive meaning have contributed to its enduring use, though it remains relatively uncommon at rank 612 in 2025. Estrella offers a direct connection to the night sky and Spanish heritage, making it a choice that is both meaningful and culturally resonant.
Estrella is the Spanish word for 'star', derived from Latin 'stella'. It has been used as a given name in Spanish-speaking cultures, often in reference to the Virgin Mary as 'Estrella del Mar' (Star of the Sea). The name has seen use in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Where Estrella is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Estrella” around the world
Where Estrella lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Stella, Strela
Sibling names for Estrella
Names that share Estrella's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Estrella
Names whose popularity has moved with Estrella's over the last 50 years.
