Ella

Whether you see it as a shortened form of Eleanor and Ellen or a feminine moniker of its very own, Ella will make an impression. As a first name, Ella originally derived from alles, a Germanic element meaning "other." There couldn't be a more fitting definition for a title with so many possible origins! The Greek Helen and the French Eleanor lend Ella their meanings of "torch," "moon," "corposant," and "the other Aenor." You might also hear Ella used as a nickname for the Isabellas, Ariellas, and Gabriellas of the world. This moniker comes with some groundbreaking namesakes, including jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, civil rights activist Ella Baker, and English singer Ella Eyre. Using nicknames as first names has been a subject of debate amongst The Bump community. One user, MrsWindyCity, shares their perspective: "Honestly, I think it depends on the name. Some stand alone better than others." We're inclined to say that Ella certainly holds itself well as a stand-alone name!