Declining since 2016, #2,036 for girls today.
Popularity of Arabelle since 1893
Babies named Arabelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 23 |
| 1900s | 28 |
| 1910s | 130 |
| 1920s | 124 |
| 1930s | 40 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 245 |
| 2010s | 1,082 |
| 2020s | 565 |
Meaning & origin
Arabelle is a delicate, elaborately feminine name that has seen modest but consistent use since the late 19th century. First recorded in U.S. data in 1893, the name enjoyed its peak popularity in 2017, before entering a slow decline. As of 2025, it ranks #2036, with approximately 1 in 17,282 newborn girls receiving the name. The trajectory has been falling since 2016, reflecting a retreat from ornate vintage revivals. Arabelle is most popular in Ohio, Michigan, and Illinois, suggesting a regional Midwestern appeal. While never common, the name has maintained a steady presence, typical of names that appeal to parents seeking a romantic, slightly old-fashioned choice without breaking into the top rankings. Its close variant Arabella has been far more successful, but Arabelle retains its own understated charm.
Arabelle is a feminine given name that emerged in the 19th century as a variant of Arabella, itself a Latinized form of Annabel. Annabel is likely a Scottish medieval form of Amabel, from Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable,' or a combination of Anna and Belle. The name Arabelle gained modest use in the United States from the late 1800s, with a peak in 2017.
Where Arabelle is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ara, Belle, Ari
Sibling names for Arabelle
Names that share Arabelle's style, for a brother or sister.
