Ella Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ella Name at a Glance

Name	Ella
Meaning	From the Old German name Alia, meaning all.
Origin	German
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Ella Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ella means “From the Old German name Alia, meaning all”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ella Name Origin

Our database records Ella under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ella a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ella is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ella

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