Portuguese

Estrela

Pronounced esh-TRAY-lahShare

Meaning: Star

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Estrela is the Portuguese word for star and is used as a feminine given name. The celestial word association should be distinguished from claims about a particular star or constellation.

Nicknames

  • Estrelinha
  • Ella

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Estrela comes from Portuguese.

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