Flowering ash tree
The name was created by Italian author Gabriele d'Annunzio for a character in his 1904 play 'La Figlia di Iorio'. It is derived from the Italian word 'ornello', which refers to the flowering ash tree.
About 6 girls were named Ornella in 2025.
Acclaimed Italian actress
Italian pop singer and performer
Character in the play La Figlia di Iorio · La Figlia di Iorio
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
