Estelle
4 synonyms for Estelle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A feminine given name derived from the French and Latin word for "star."
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Estelle, from Occitan estela ("star"), from Latin stēlla. It is a doublet of étoile, estoile, stella and stelo, and is the name of a third-century martyr.
Full origin of Estelle →Frequently asked questions
What does “Estelle” mean?
The word “Estelle” means a feminine given name derived from the French and Latin word for "star.".
How do you pronounce “Estelle”?
“Estelle” is pronounced eh-STEHL (/ɛˈstɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Estelle” in a sentence?
Here is “Estelle” used in a sentence: “Estelle worked as a seamstress before opening her own shop.”
What part of speech is “Estelle”?
“Estelle” is a name.
