Holding steady.
Popularity of Mosella since 1912
Babies named Mosella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 34 |
| 1920s | 50 |
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mosella peaked in usage in 1923, the year it was most frequently recorded among the few births it saw. Since then, it has remained exceptionally rare, with a stable trajectory from its first recorded appearance in 1912 through its latest year, 2025. The name's 1-in-N figure is not available due to its extreme rarity, but its highest annual count likely never exceeded a handful. As a delicate Latin diminutive with a botanical and riverine connection, Mosella evokes a gentle, old-fashioned charm. Its top states are blank, reflecting its scattered use across the country. For those seeking an unusual name with a soft sound and historical roots, Mosella offers a distinctive choice.
Mosella is a Latin diminutive of 'mossus,' meaning 'moss,' thus 'little moss.' It is also the name of a river in France (the modern Moselle), which itself may derive from a Celtic root. The name was occasionally used in the early 20th century, possibly as a feminine form of Moselle or inspired by the river.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mose, Ella, Sella
Variants: Moselle
Sibling names for Mosella
Names that share Mosella's style, for a brother or sister.
