Astella, a graceful elaboration on the Latin stella (‘star’), radiates a celestial warmth that feels both timeless and refreshingly novel. Pronounced uh-STEL-uh (/əˈstɛlə/), it has quietly ascended the U.S. charts over the past decade—from single‐digit occurrences in 2015 to a consistent tally in the low twenties by 2024, where its 25 registrations secure the 925th rank. This modest yet measurable climb reflects an Anglo-American penchant for names that marry classical roots with distinctive character—an aesthetic embodied in Astella’s harmonious three-syllable cadence. Though its usage remains sparse enough that it is improbable to encounter more than one Astella in a kindergarten class—unless the cosmos conspires otherwise—the name’s starry implication offers parents a poetic promise: a beacon of individuality in an ever-expanding constellation. With analytical depth and gentle sophistication, Astella emerges as a warm, enduring choice for a daughter destined to shine.