Stella Negron

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Stella Negron — star
132K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Stella Negron is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Stella is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Stella is a female given name. It is derived from the Latin word for star. It has been in use in English-speaking countries since it was first used by Philip Sidney in Astrophel and Stella, his 1580s sonnet sequence. Use might also have increased due to Stella Maris as a title for the Virgin Mary by Catholics. Alternately, it is a feminine version of the Greek name Stylianos, meaning pillar. Stella has been well-used in countries where Germanic and Romance languages are spoken: England and Italy themselves, and especially Anglophone Africa and Latin America. The surname Negron: Alondra Negron (born 1998), Puerto Rican middle-distance runner Angélica Negrón (born 1981), Puerto-Rican composer and multi-instrumentalist Antonio Negrón García (1940–2025), Puerto Rican jurist, associate justice of the Supreme Court (1974–2000) Carlos Negrón (born 1988), Puerto Rican boxer Carlos Negron (wrestler) (born 1964), Puerto Rican wrestler Chuck Negron (1942–2026), American singer-songwriter Edna Negron Rosario (born 1944), American educator Esmeralda Negron (born 1983), American-born Puerto Rican footballer and coach Frances Negrón-Muntaner (born 1966), Puerto Rican filmmaker, wri. Stella is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 132K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Stella reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Stella

Meaning: star

Latin

Stella is a female given name. It is derived from the Latin word for star. It has been in use in English-speaking countries since it was first used by Philip Sidney in Astrophel and Stella, his 1580s sonnet sequence. Use might also have increased due to Stella Maris as a title for the Virgin Mary by Catholics. Alternately, it is a feminine version of the Greek name Stylianos, meaning pillar. Stella has been well-used in countries where Germanic and Romance languages are spoken: England and Italy themselves, and especially Anglophone Africa and Latin America.

Surname: Negron

Spanish

Alondra Negron (born 1998), Puerto Rican middle-distance runner Angélica Negrón (born 1981), Puerto-Rican composer and multi-instrumentalist Antonio Negrón García (1940–2025), Puerto Rican jurist, associate justice of the Supreme Court (1974–2000) Carlos Negrón (born 1988), Puerto Rican boxer Carlos Negron (wrestler) (born 1964), Puerto Rican wrestler Chuck Negron (1942–2026), American singer-songwriter Edna Negron Rosario (born 1944), American educator Esmeralda Negron (born 1983), American-born Puerto Rican footballer and coach Frances Negrón-Muntaner (born 1966), Puerto Rican filmmaker, wri.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Stella is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Stella by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Stella Negron

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Stella Negron:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Stella?
The first name Stella originates from Latin. Stella is a female given name. It is derived from the Latin word for star. It has been in use in English-speaking countries since it was first used by Philip Sidney in Astrophel and Stella, his 1580s sonnet sequence. Use might also have increased due to Stella Maris as a title for the Virgin Mary by Catholics. Alternately, it is a feminine version of the Greek name Stylianos, meaning pillar. Stella has been well-used in countries where Germanic and Romance languages are spoken: England and Italy themselves, and especially Anglophone Africa and Latin America.
When was Stella most popular?
The name Stella reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Negron?
The surname Negron originates from Spanish. Alondra Negron (born 1998), Puerto Rican middle-distance runner Angélica Negrón (born 1981), Puerto-Rican composer and multi-instrumentalist Antonio Negrón García (1940–2025), Puerto Rican jurist, associate justice of the Supreme Court (1974–2000) Carlos Negrón (born 1988), Puerto Rican boxer Carlos Negron (wrestler) (born 1964), Puerto Rican wrestler Chuck Negron (1942–2026), American singer-songwriter Edna Negron Rosario (born 1944), American educator Esmeralda Negron (born 1983), American-born Puerto Rican footballer and coach Frances Negrón-Muntaner (born 1966), Puerto Rican filmmaker, wri.
What are the origins of the name Stella Negron?
The name Stella Negron combines two different traditions: the first name Stella has Latin roots, while the surname Negron originates from Spanish.
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