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Stella is a beautiful and luminous feminine name of Latin origin, meaning "star". The name entered use among European Jews in the 19th century and has since become a beloved and popular name in Jewish communities worldwide. In Jewish culture, stars have always been a symbol of light, divine guidance, and hope, and the name Stella reflects these profound meanings. The name evokes the Star of David, the stars that were counted to Abraham as a symbol of his descendants, and the spiritual light that guides the Jewish people throughout the generations. In Jewish tradition, stars symbolize not only physical beauty but also spiritual illumination and wisdom. When God promised Abraham that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars in the sky, He meant not only quantity but also quality - every Jewish soul is a star that shines in the darkness. Women bearing the name Stella are perceived as having a radiant presence, as those who bring light and hope to those around them. The name conveys a sense of inner glow, of beauty that comes from within the soul and radiates outward. In many Jewish families, the name is given to daughters as an expression of hope that they will be a source of light and inspiration. Stella is inherently international, common in many cultures around the world. Among Jews, the name spread particularly in Italy, France, the United States, and Argentina. The name combines European elegance with deep Jewish meaning. Many women named Stella have been pioneers in various fields - in art, literature, science, and social activism. The name carries a sense of feminine strength, independence, and the ability to illuminate the path for others. In the modern era, Stella remains a cherished name that blends tradition with contemporaneity, classic with innovation.

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Genesis 15:5 - And He brought him outside and said, 'Look toward heaven and count the stars, if you are able to count them.' And He said to him, 'So shall your offspring be.'

In Kabbalah, stars represent the holy sparks scattered throughout the world, and each person's name is a unique star in the spiritual heavens. Stella symbolizes the divine light dwelling in the soul, the ability to illuminate darkness and spread holiness in the world. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, the balancing center between Chesed and Gevurah.

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Stella Adler - Famous American acting teacher of Jewish descent | Stella Kohen - British Jewish activist for women's rights | Stella Goldschlag - Israeli artist | Stella Zinman - American Jewish author

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