Bella

girlItalian / LatinNot a traditional Muslim name

Bella is a Italian / Latin girl name meaning “Beautiful”.

MeaningBeautiful
GenderGirl
OriginItalian / Latin
PronunciationBEL-lah
Muslim name?Not a traditional Muslim name

Meaning and origin of Bella

Bella is the Italian word for 'beautiful' and also a short form of names such as Isabella. It spread through Russian into the North Caucasus, where it became a familiar name among Chechens, Ossetians and Kabardians. It has no Arabic or Islamic background.

Is Bella a Muslim name?

Bella is not a traditional Muslim name; it is a European name meaning 'beautiful'. Muslim parents who like the meaning often choose Jamila, Husna, Hasna or Wasima instead.

Where is the name Bella used?

Used widely in Europe and the Americas, and fairly common in the North Caucasus.

Gifts with the name Bella

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Spellings and variants of Bella

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bella mean?

Bella means 'Beautiful'. It comes from Italian / Latin.

Is Bella a Muslim name?

Bella is not a traditional Muslim name; it is a European name meaning 'beautiful'. Muslim parents who like the meaning often choose Jamila, Husna, Hasna or Wasima instead.

How do you pronounce Bella?

Bella is pronounced BEL-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.