Declining since 2015, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Arabel since 1915
Babies named Arabel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 97 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Arabel is a rare and delicate name, likely a variant of the more familiar Annabel or Arabella. Its use in the United States has been sporadic, with the first recorded instance in 1915. The name reached its peak popularity in 2015, ranking 13,208, but has since been in decline, as indicated by its falling trajectory from that year onward. With a current 1-in-267,878 frequency, it remains a distinctive choice. While not associated with any particular top states, Arabel fits alongside other soft, vintage-style names like Isabel and Clara. Its uncommonness may appeal to parents seeking a name that feels both classic and unique.
Arabel likely emerged as a variant of Annabel, which itself derives from the Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable.' Alternatively, it may be connected to Arabella, a name of uncertain origin possibly rooted in Latin 'orabilis' meaning 'prayerful.' The name saw modest use in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, and has been given to girls since at least 1915.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ara, Belle, Ella
Sibling names for Arabel
Names that share Arabel's style, for a brother or sister.
