Bella in Chinese
Bella in Chinese is 贝拉 (Bèi Lā).
- Origin
- Italian
- Meaning
- beautiful
Bella is a name of Italian origin, generally understood to mean "beautiful". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 2010s.
3 ways to write Bella
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
贝拉
Bèi Lā
The standard transliteration of Bella: 贝 (bèi, "shell, cowrie (treasure)"), 拉 (lā, "to pull (phonetic 'la')"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
The mapping is one character per syllable: 贝 (bèi) carries "bel", 拉 (lā) carries "la". The tone contour is 4-1 (falling, high level).
Character breakdown
12 strokes total (simplified)- 贝
bèi
Tone 4 · 4 strokes (simplified)
shell, cowrie (treasure)
- 拉
lā
Tone 1 · 8 strokes (simplified)
to pull (phonetic 'la')
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
悦婷
Yuè Tíng
Inspired by "beautiful": 悦 (yuè, "pleased, delighted") + 婷 (tíng, "graceful, pretty"), expressing love, joy and blessings.
Why these characters?
Because Bella is linked to "beautiful", the name leads with 悦 (pleased, delighted); 婷 (graceful, pretty) gives it a natural given-name finish.
Character breakdown
22 strokes total (simplified)- 悦
yuè
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
pleased, delighted
- 婷
tíng
Tone 2 · 12 strokes (simplified)
graceful, pretty
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
贝悦
Bèi Yuè
贝 (bèi, "shell, cowrie (treasure)") + 悦 (yuè, "pleased, delighted"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 贝 (bèi), the same opening character as the transliteration 贝拉, for the "bel" sound, and replaces the rest with 悦 ("pleased, delighted") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 贝
bèi
Tone 4 · 4 strokes (simplified)
shell, cowrie (treasure)
- 悦
yuè
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
pleased, delighted
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Recent US usage of Bella
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Bella ranked 87 among names recorded for girls, with 17,107 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 57,411 girls named Bella since 1880, with the high point in 2010 (5,121 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #3707 to #50 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2010
- Peak decade
- 2010s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 57,411
More About Bella in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Bella offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Bella, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Valeria in Chinese, Mallory in Chinese, and Mya in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Mikayla in Chinese, Elena in Chinese, and Stacy in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Bella, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Bella to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Bella translated into Chinese?
贝拉 (Bèi Lā), or 貝拉 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is Bella written differently in traditional Chinese?
Yes: 贝拉 becomes 貝拉; the changed characters are 贝→貝. Use traditional for Taiwan or Hong Kong audiences.
Is there a Chinese name for Bella with real meaning?
Try 悦婷 (Yuè Tíng): pleased, delighted + graceful, pretty, inspired by "beautiful". For something that still sounds like Bella, 贝悦 (Bèi Yuè) is a middle ground.