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Mirabella

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Pronounced meer-ab-EHL-la /mir.æb.ˈɛl.læ/Medium

Meaning: wonderful, admirableMedium

In 30 seconds: Mirabella is a Latin and Italian name meaning wonderful or admirable.
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Origin MediumLatin/Italian
Meaningwonderful, admirable
U.S. rank (2024)#2490 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births72 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,254

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719912024

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

History & Origin

Mirabella draws on the Latin root behind words for wonder and admiration, the same idea that gives us the word marvel. In Italian it carries a flowing, lyrical quality that fits its meaning of something to be admired. The name has older, shorter cousins that share the root.

The variations Mirabel and Mirabelle are trimmer forms, while Maravillas shows the same wonder-root in Spanish. The full Mirabella has a rich, operatic sound thanks to its rolling syllables.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Mirabella is 'wonderful', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
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Variations

MarvelMirabelMirabelleMaravillas

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If you like Mirabella…

Mirabel— The listed variation, a shorter form of the same wonder name.
Mirabelle— The listed French-styled variation sharing the meaning.
Antonella— lands in the same popularity range
Rafaela— shares the -la ending
Fabiola— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mirabella mean?

Mirabella is usually explained as meaning 'wonderful' and is most often linked with Italian tradition.

How do you pronounce Mirabella?

It's commonly said meer-ab-EHL-la /mir.æb.ˈɛl.læ/.

Is Mirabella a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Mirabella is used as a girl name.

How popular is Mirabella?

In 2024, Mirabella ranked #2490 in the U.S. for girls, with 72 births recorded.