Bella as a girls’ name is pronounced BELL-ah. It is of Italian and Latin origin, and the meaning of Bella is “beautiful”. Also a short form of Isabel or Isabella (Hebrew) “God’s promise”. Author/politician Bella Abzug; author Belva Plain. Also form of Arabella. Also form of Elizabeth. STARTS/ENDS WITH Bel-, -la
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