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Estelle Girl

Popularity: #528 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationes-TEL / ɛsˈtɛl

Latin; French

Meaning

Latin: star; French: derived from 'stella'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Estelle originates from the Latin word "stella," meaning "star." This term was adopted into Old French as "estelle," which retained the same meaning. The transition into English occurred in the late Middle Ages, particularly during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century when many Latin and French names were integrated into the English language. The name Estelle thus carries the connotation of brightness and celestial beauty, reflecting its etymological roots.

Historically, the name Estelle has been associated with various notable figures and literary works. One significant milestone is its use in the 19th century, particularly through the influence of French literature. The name gained further prominence in the 20th century, notably through the character Estelle in the play "Waiting for Godot" by Samuel Beckett, first performed in 1953. This character, along with others in literature and art, has contributed to the name's enduring resonance in cultural contexts, symbolizing hope and aspiration.

Culturally, the name Estelle has been embraced in various traditions, often linked to themes of light and guidance, akin to a star leading the way. This celestial association has made it a popular choice in literature and the arts, where stars often symbolize dreams and aspirations. Additionally, the diminutive form "Stella" has also emerged, further emphasizing the name's connection to its original meaning. Overall, Estelle embodies a rich historical and cultural significance, reflecting its linguistic heritage and the enduring human fascination with the stars.

Trend Summary

Estelle has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Estella
  • Stella

International Variants

  • Estela (Spanish)
  • Estelle (French)
  • Stella (Italian)

Famous people named Estelle

Estelle Getty was an actress best known for The Golden Girls, Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot, and Mask.

Estelle Harris is an actress best known for Seinfeld, Toy Story, and The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.

Estelle Lefébure is a model and actress best known for her work in the fashion industry and films like The Last Adventure.

Fictional characters named Estelle

Estelle is a fictional character from the animated television series Steven Universe. She is a member of the Crystal Gems and serves as a mentor figure to the protagonist, Steven.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Estelle was first seen in the United States in 1880. Estelle has ranked as high as #202 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Estelle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Estelle (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 46
12%
TX 33
8%
NY 33
8%
MN 23
6%
PA 23
6%
MO 17
4%
IL 17
4%
OH 17
4%
FL 15
4%
WA 15
4%
IN 14
4%
GA 13
3%
NC 13
3%
VA 13
3%
LA 13
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880119
1881127
1882133
1883151
1884182
1885183
1886216
1887170
1888274
1889286
1890277
1891254
1892295
1893335
1894326
1895381
1896392
1897439
1898410
1899376
1900556
1901382
1902472
1903402
1904464
1905510
1906520
1907609
1908675
1909669
1910749
1911864
19121,053
19131,129
19141,432
19151,784
19161,772
19171,704
19181,702
19191,618
19201,460
19211,436
19221,331
19231,191
19241,266
19251,240
19261,113
19271,239
19281,094
1929909
1930872
1931764
1932747
1933521
1934581
1935529
1936476
1937398
1938455
1939361
1940385
1941355
1942363
1943370
1944307
1945277
1946295
1947324
1948303
1949246
1950240
1951244
1952221
1953231
1954195
1955185
1956158
1957160
1958144
1959152
1960153
1961154
1962104
1963125
1964112
1965106
196695
196775
196872
196981
197066
197173
197269
197376
197456
197555
197641
197752
197845
197956
198053
198159
198247
198341
198440
198528
198644
198747
198846
198950
199035
199143
199229
199344
199437
199541
199627
199731
199848
199958
200063
200173
200269
200370
2004103
2005118
200696
2007106
2008109
2009159
2010158
2011199
2012265
2013258
2014301
2015344
2016343
2017348
2018325
2019351
2020340
2021380
2022405
2023398
2024462