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Calling all Stellas! It's time to celebrate your special day on National Stella Day, which falls on July 10. This holiday was created to honor and appreciate everyone who shares the beautiful name of Stella, which means "star" in Latin. The name has been popular throughout history, with famous Stellas including actress Stella Adler and fashion designer Stella McCartney. So whether you go by Stella or know someone who does, make sure to spread some love and joy this National Stella Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>529</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Saint Stella, the Martyr</div><div class='timeline-text'>Saint Stella, a Christian maiden mother from Ancyra, along with her sons, were martyred for their faith, setting the strong historical roots of the name.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1899</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stellar Inspiration, Sir P. Burnell</div><div class='timeline-text'>Indian astrophysicist and Nobel laureate Sir Prabhu Chandra Burnell named the first radio pulsar "Stella" drawing from Latin star symbolism.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1951</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>A Streetcar Named 'Stella'</div><div class='timeline-text'>The character "Stella" in Tennessee Williams' play "A Streetcar Named Desire" was popularized by the 1951 film adaptation starring Kim Hunter.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Stella McCartney</div><div class='timeline-text'>Iconic fashion designer Stella McCartney, daughter of Beatles' Sir Paul McCartney, was born, further popularizing the name on the global stage.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stella - The TV Series</div><div class='timeline-text'>The British television show 'Stella' first aired on Sky1, bubbling the name further into popular culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Stella Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Stella Day is inaugurated to celebrate all the people named Stella around the world, celebrated every year on July 10.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a Stella-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all your friends named Stella over for a fun and festive party! Decorate with stars (since Stella means star in Latin) and have some delicious stella-shaped treats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send personalized Stella cards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and design personalized cards with the name Stella on them to send to all the Stellas you know. It's a thoughtful way to celebrate their special day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a place named Stella</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Do some research and see if there are any towns, cities, or landmarks named Stella. Plan a trip to visit one of these places and take lots of pictures to commemorate the day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a charity in honor of Stella</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a charity that supports a cause that is meaningful to you and donate in honor of all the Stellas out there. It's a great way to spread kindness and celebrate the name.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Stella-themed playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a playlist of songs with the name Stella in the title or lyrics. Share it with your friends and family or listen to it on your own to celebrate National Stella Day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day to celebrate your name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>If your name is Stella, then National Stella Day is the perfect holiday for you! It's a chance to embrace and love your unique name and all that it represents.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Stella means star</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The name Stella has origins in Latin and means "star." This gives those named Stella a special and celestial quality, making them shine bright like a star in the sky.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Stella is a powerful and timeless name</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From famous actresses to iconic characters, the name Stella has been used throughout history to represent strength, intelligence, and beauty. So if your name is Stella, you can take pride in knowing that you share a name with some incredible women!</p></div></div>
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