Belladonna Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance: Name: Belladonna – Meaning: beautiful lady (also the poisonous nightshade plant) – Origin: Italian – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: bel-uh-DON-uh

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Belladonna is an Italian name that translates to "beautiful lady" — though the same word also names the poisonous nightshade plant, so it's worth knowing both sides before you commit. It's a bold, uncommon pick for parents drawn to an Italian name with real linguistic weight behind it.

Meaning & Origin of Belladonna

Meaning: Beautiful lady (also the poisonous nightshade plant).

Origin: Italian.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Belladonna

Phonetic: bel-uh-DON-uh   IPA: /ˌbɛləˈdɑːnə/

Popularity of Belladonna

Social Security data from 2001 to 2024 shows Belladonna peaked in 2021 with 31 babies given the name (rank #4425), then fell to 25 babies by 2024 (rank #5160).

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2001–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Belladonna mean?

Beautiful lady (also the poisonous nightshade plant). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Belladonna)

How do you pronounce Belladonna?

Belladonna is pronounced bel-uh-DON-uh (IPA: /ˌbɛləˈdɑːnə/).

Is Belladonna a popular name right now?

Belladonna peaked at #4425 in 2021 and is ranked #5160 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2001–2024.)

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