Arabella
Arabella is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Yielding to prayer, answerable to prayer.
Origin and history
Arabella is a given name of Latin and Medieval Scottish origin, traditionally thought to derive from 'orabilis' meaning 'yielding to prayer'. It gained notable popularity in Great Britain before becoming more widely used in the United States. In recent years, it has experienced a modern resurgence as a stylish vintage choice.
Popularity in the United States
27,957 babies in the United States have been named Arabella since 1880. It ranks #868 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #208.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.8 %)
- TX (12.5 %)
- FL (6.5 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 48 |
| 1890-1900 | 62 |
| 1900-1910 | 85 |
| 1910-1920 | 167 |
| 1920-1930 | 166 |
| 1930-1940 | 95 |
| 1940-1950 | 62 |
| 1950-1960 | 72 |
| 1960-1970 | 69 |
| 1970-1980 | 52 |
| 1980-1990 | 45 |
| 1990-2000 | 305 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,108 |
| 2010-2019 | 15,120 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,501 |
Famous people named Arabella
- Arabella Stuart: Noblewoman
- Arabella Mansfield: Lawyer, Educator
Nicknames
Bella, Ari, Ella
Fun facts
- Arabella has appeared in several classic English novels, including Thomas Hardy's 'Jude the Obscure'.
- The name was recorded in Scotland as early as the 12th century, often borne by nobility like Lady Arabella Stuart.