Abella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Abella has Latin roots, meaning 'breeze' or 'breath', and is linked to the Hebrew word for 'to breathe'. It has evolved through various forms in history and is currently seen as a graceful and unique name. There is no biblical relevance associated with it, and it has gained popularity in recent times, particularly in Western cultures.
The name Abella is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Abella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Abella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5746th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2790th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Abella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Abella"
Pronunciation
/əˈbɛlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Abella is derived from the Latin word 'abel', which means 'breeze' or 'breath'. It is also associated with the Hebrew word 'abal', meaning 'to breathe' or 'to be refreshed'.
Meaning
breath, breeze
Language Evolution
Abella, Abellae, Abellae
Historical Usage
Abella gained popularity in the modern era as a feminine name, especially in various cultures influenced by Latin and Hebrew languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Bella, Abby, Abe
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Abella is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and femininity.
Famous People
Abella Danger, an American adult film actress, Abella Anderson, a Cuban adult film actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Abella"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Abella"
"Abella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5746th of 35406 | 343 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2790th of 30306 | 738 |
Regional Popularity of "Abella" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Abella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
67.97% 4971st/7313 |
47.59% 3552nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
38.77% 2645th/6822 |
39.79% 2497th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Abella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Abella" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.