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Mirella
Pronounced mee-REHL-la /mi.ˈrɛl.la/Medium
Meaning: To admireMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
From Italian, Mirella draws on the sense 'to admire', linked to the Provençal name Mireille made famous in southern France. Its variations trace that path: Mireille is the French form, Mirèio and Mirèlha the older Provençal spellings, and Mirela a simpler version. The opera singer Mirella Freni (1935–2020) was a celebrated bearer.
The rolling double 'l' gives Mirella a warm, musical Italian sound. Its relatives like Mireille and Mirèio show how the name shifts shape across the French and Provençal south.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Mirella Freni (1935–2020)Female public figure listed on Behind the Name.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Mirella mean?
Mirella is usually explained as meaning 'to admire' and is most often linked with Italian tradition.
How do you pronounce Mirella?
It's commonly said mee-REHL-la /mi.ˈrɛl.la/.
Is Mirella a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Mirella is used as a girl name.
How popular is Mirella?
In 2024, Mirella ranked #2836 in the U.S. for girls, with 59 births recorded.