Esthela
es-TEH-lah
Esthela is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Variant of Estela, which is Spanish and Portuguese for Stella. Stella means 'star' in Latin.”. It currently ranks #6703 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2002.
What Esthela Means
“Variant of Estela, which is Spanish and Portuguese for Stella. Stella means 'star' in Latin.”
The Story of Esthela
Long before astronauts charted constellations, ancient astronomers looked to the heavens and named a star for this sound.
Esthela is a name that journeyed from the Latin 'stella,' meaning star, and bloomed in Spanish and Portuguese cultures. It shares its celestial roots with the more common Stella, appearing first in records around 1952. This name carries echoes of discovery and wonder across continents.
This is a name for a daughter whose presence you imagine will be a guiding light. You see her navigating life with a natural brightness, illuminating the path for others as she grows. Her spirit will shine, making the world feel a little more hopeful.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 2002
Total Births
395
First Recorded
1952
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