US Popularity:10258
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Irish
Meaning:Champion; Hero
Nigella is a girl’s name of English origin, drawn from the Irish name Niall, meaning “champion” or “hero.” Nigella may not be synonymous with any superhero, but it’s certainly a sensation in British TV! Celebrity food journalist Nigella Lawson became a household name in the world of televised home cooking when Nigella Bites and Nigella’s Christmas Kitchen were released in the early and mid-2000s. Hopefully, your little one will shine just as bright under the spotlight.

How Popular Is The Name Nigella?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2015
#14078
in 2015
+ 4404
from 2014
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