Arla
Arla is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Pledge, oath, or eagle.
Origin and history
Arla is a given name of Germanic and Scandinavian roots, often considered a short form of names like Arlene or related to the Old Norse word for eagle ('ari'). It has historically been a rare name in the United States, though it maintains a quiet, classic presence. In recent years, it has experienced a modest resurgence along with other short, vintage revival names.
Popularity in the United States
2,789 babies in the United States have been named Arla since 1880. It ranks #3353 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1956.
States where it is most popular
- PA (19.4 %)
- IA (17.4 %)
- MI (14.2 %)
- MN (14 %)
- CA (9.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 36 |
| 1900-1910 | 46 |
| 1910-1920 | 210 |
| 1920-1930 | 400 |
| 1930-1940 | 547 |
| 1940-1950 | 465 |
| 1950-1960 | 397 |
| 1960-1970 | 242 |
| 1970-1980 | 111 |
| 1980-1990 | 75 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 10 |
| 2010-2019 | 90 |
| 2020-2029 | 145 |
Fun facts
- Arla is widely recognized in Europe as the name of a major Swedish-Danish dairy cooperative.
- The name saw peak U.S. usage in the early to mid-20th century before re-emerging slowly in recent years.