Marbella

Meaning of Marbella

Marbella is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has two different pronunciations depending on the language: in English, it is pronounced as mar-BEL-uh (/mɐrˈbɛlə/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as mar-BEH-yah (/mɐrˈbejɑ/). The origin of the name Marbella is Spanish, derived from the combination of "mar" meaning sea and "bella" meaning beautiful. This name evokes images of the stunning coastal town of Marbella in Spain, known for its breathtaking beaches and luxurious resorts. Despite being less common, Marbella has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years in the United States. It offers a touch of exoticism and elegance to any girl's name repertoire. Variations such as Maribella also exist, giving parents more options to personalize this already charming name.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as mar-BEH-yah (/mɐrˈbejɑ/)

English

  • Pronunced as mar-BEL-uh (/mɐrˈbɛlə/)

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Notable People Named Marbella

Marbella Ibarra was a Mexican advocate for women's association football and a trained lawyer who created the first professional women's football team in Mexico before her tragic murder in 2018.
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