Stilla

The first name Stilla is a short form of several names that begin with the syllable 'Sill-', including Stillfrieda or Stillfriede. It means 'the still one' or 'the calm one'.

What does the name Stilla mean?

Stilla is a short form of names that begin with 'Sill-', such as Stillfrieda or Stillfriede. The name can be translated as 'the still one' and 'the calm one'. Its roots lie in the Old High German word stilli, which means 'still' or 'calm'.

Where does the name Stilla come from?

The name Stilla has Old High German origins and carries the meaning 'the still one'. The etymology is explained by the Old High German composition stilli, meaning 'still' or 'calm'. This name is present in several languages, including Italian.

How do you pronounce Stilla?

The pronunciation of Stilla is two syllables and features a gentle, calm sound. The name is typically pronounced as 'Stil-la' [ˈʃtɪla] and begins with the soft 'st' combination, which sounds slightly softened in German. The double 'l' structure provides a harmonious transition to the open 'a' ending, giving Stilla a balanced and calm aura – soft and even, with a quiet, harmonious presence.

When is the name day of Stilla?

The name day for Stilla is celebrated on July 21.

Popularity

In Germany, Stilla is a rather rare first name. It has not ranked in the German name popularity lists at all. In Austria, Stilla was most successful in 2000, reaching the 923rd position in the name charts. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times there, placing it at 5,065 in the ten-year statistics. Between 1984 and 2024, it ranks 6,179 in Austria.

Famous people

• Stilla (music group)
• Stilla von Abenberg (church founder)