Meaning & Origin
A female given name.
Mariella is a girl's baby name of Italian origin, an Italian diminutive of Maria, from the Hebrew Miryam meaning "beloved" or "wished-for child." The -ella suffix adds an affectionate, diminutive warmth to the classic name.
Mariella carries the full beauty of Italian naming tradition — Maria elevated and softened into something personal and intimate. Its four-syllable flow and warm Mediterranean character make it feel elegant without being cold, and it has been growing in the United States as parents seek lovely Italian alternatives to the very common Maria.