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Armella

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Pronounced ar-MEL-uh /ɑːrˈmɛl.ə/Medium

Meaning: A Breton name honoring Saint Armelle (the feminine of Armel), from Old Breton arth ('bear') and mael ('prince; chief'). A vintage, saintly name.Low

In 30 seconds: A saintly Breton name: Armella honors St Armelle, linked to 'bear-prince' (said 'ar-MEL-uh'). Vintage and rare.
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Origin MediumBreton
MeaningA Breton name honoring Saint Armelle (the feminine of Armel), from Old Breton arth ('bear') and mael ('prince; chief'). A vintage, saintly name.
U.S. rank (2024)#15496 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1926
Total births (all-time)≈ 757

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192618992024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name Armella is Breton, honoring Saint Armelle, from 'bear' and 'prince.' Vintage and rare in the U.S. (said 'ar-MEL-uh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, saintly, and vintage.

Did you know? Armella is a Breton name honoring Saint Armelle, from arth ('bear') and mael ('prince; chief') — a vintage, saintly choice (said 'ar-MEL-uh').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Armella — Breton; Saint Armelle; 'bear-prince'

Variations

ArmelleArmeliaArminella

Nicknames

MellaElla

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Armella mean?

Armella is a Breton name honoring Saint Armelle, from arth ('bear') and mael ('prince; chief').

How do you pronounce Armella?

It's said ar-MEL-uh /ɑːrˈmɛl.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Armella a boy or girl name?

Armella is a girl's name.

How popular is Armella?

Armella is a rare name in the U.S.

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