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Hella is a feminine name of Unknown origin. Hella is associated with a playful aesthetic.

Last reviewed · 2026-05-18

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What does Hella mean?

Hella means an older, unattested meaning and comes from Unknown origin.

s a variant of Helga, Hella shares its roots in the Old Norse meaning holy or blessed. This name boasts a buoyant sound with lively syllables, conjuring an air of vintage whimsy reminiscent of other beloved Scandinavian names.

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How does Hella sound?

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How popular is Hella?

In 2026, Hella sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart, with 145 years of historical data on record.

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About the name Hella

What does the name Hella mean?
Hella means an unattested or ambiguous historical meaning and comes from Unknown origin.
Where does the name Hella come from?
Hella traces to a Unknown origin and continues to appear in U.S. SSA records.
How popular is the name Hella?
Hella currently sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart in 2026.
Is Hella a boy or girl name?
Hella is most commonly used as a feminine name.

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