Belladonna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbel-uh-DON-uh / /ˌbɛləˈdɒnə/Italian; Latin
Meaning
beautiful lady (Italian); deadly nightshade (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Italian, 'Belladonna' translates to 'beautiful lady,' often associated with the Renaissance and the concept of beauty. The Latin origin refers to the plant known as deadly nightshade, which has been used historically in various medicinal and toxic applications. The plant's name reflects its dual nature of beauty and danger, symbolizing the allure and risks of beauty in culture. The term has also been used in literature and art to evoke themes of seduction and peril.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Bella
- Dona
International Variants
- Belladonna (Italian)
- Belladone (French)
Famous people named Belladonna
Belladonna — singer.
Fictional characters named Belladonna
Belladonna Took — The Lord of the Rings.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Belladonna was first seen in the United States in 2001. Belladonna has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Belladonna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Belladonna (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 25 |