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Stellar

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Pronounced STEL-er /ˈstɛl.ər/High

Meaning: Stellar is an English word-name from the Latin stella, 'star' — meaning 'of the stars; star-like; outstanding.' A bright, modern celestial pick.Low

In 30 seconds: A starry word-name: Stellar means 'of the stars; outstanding' (said 'STEL-er'). Bright and modern.

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Origin MediumLatin, English

MeaningStellar is an English word-name from the Latin stella, 'star' — meaning 'of the stars; star-like; outstanding.' A bright, modern celestial pick.

U.S. rank (2024)#12115 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 64

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Stellar is an English word-name from the Latin stella, 'star,' meaning 'of the stars; star-like; outstanding.' A modern celestial choice with an upbeat ring (said 'STEL-er').

It appears only rarely in U.S. records and reads as a fresh word-name. Rare, celestial, and bright.

Did you know? Stellar comes straight from the Latin stella, 'star' — so the name literally means 'star-like' and, in everyday use, 'outstanding.' A bright, cosmic pick (said 'STEL-er').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Stellar — English word-name, Latin stella, 'star'

Variations

StellerStellerStelar

Nicknames

StelStar

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Stellar mean?

Stellar is a word-name from the Latin stella, 'star,' meaning 'of the stars; star-like; outstanding.'

How do you pronounce Stellar?

It's said STEL-er /ˈstɛl.ər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Stellar a boy or girl name?

Here Stellar is used as a boy's name, though as a word-name it can suit any child.

How popular is Stellar?

Stellar is a rare name in the U.S.