Cruella Name Meaning

The name Cruella is a variant of the name Cruel, which means harsh, severe, or unkind. It is thought to have originated as a fictional name created by author Dodie Smith for the character Cruella de Vil, the villainous antagonist in her 1956 novel "The Hundred and One Dalmatians." Cruella de Vil is known for her obsession with fur coats made from Dalmatian puppies, portrayed as a cruel, selfish, and stylish woman in various adaptations, including Disney's animated and live-action films.

Since Cruella is a fictional name created for a specific character, there are no known famous personalities or historical figures with this name outside of the character Cruella de Vil.