Pella Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Pella

"An ancient city, capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2014 👥 66 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
An ancient city, capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
66
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Pella Mean?

Pella was the capital of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon from the 4th century BC up until the Roman conquest in 168 BC. It is located 1 km outside the modern town of Pella in Central Macedonia, Greece.

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Pella was the capital of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon from the 4th century BC up until the Roman conquest in 168 BC. It is located 1 km outside the modern town of Pella in Central Macedonia, Greece.

Root Element
Pella
Core Meaning
"An ancient city, capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Pella

P 7
E 5
L 3
L 3
A 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
4
Personality
Stability & Hard Work

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Pella in Numbers

66 US bearers
2014 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Pella" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An ancient city, capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~66 people named Pella in the US. Peaked in 2014 with 9 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Pella?

The Life Path number for Pella is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 4.

Is Pella a boy or girl name?

Pella is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Pella in the US?

Approximately 66 people in the United States are named Pella. The name peaked in 2014 with 9 recorded uses.

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