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Arrabella

AIR-uh-BEL-uh · Probably a variant of Arabella, a name of uncertain meaning possibly derived from the Latin 'orabilis' meaning 'invocable, yielding to prayer'.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2013
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2014

Declining since 2014, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Arrabella since 2005

Babies named Arrabella per year in U.S. Social Security records.

6121820102020Most births 2013Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s28
2010s140
2020s44

Meaning & origin

Arrabella is a rare and modern spelling variant of Arabella. First recorded in U.S. data in 2005, its usage peaked in 2013 and has been declining since 2014. As of 2025, it ranks 10,917th in popularity, with roughly 1 in every 200,908 girls receiving the name. The double-r spelling adds a distinctive touch but keeps the name close to its more established counterpart. While Arabella has deeper historical roots, Arrabella offers a fresh twist for parents seeking a rare, feminine name with an old-world feel.

Arrabella is a variant spelling of Arabella, a name that emerged in Scotland and England in the 16th century. The origin is debated: it may be a Latinate form of Annabel, or derived from the Latin 'orabilis' (yielding to prayer). The spelling with double 'r' is a modern innovation, likely influenced by the name Arabella.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ara, Bella, Arrie

Variants: Arabella, Aribella, Ariabella

Sibling names for Arrabella

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Arrabella mean?
Arrabella is a variant spelling of Arabella, whose meaning is uncertain. It may derive from the Latin 'orabilis' meaning 'invocable, yielding to prayer', or be a Latinate form of Annabel.
How popular is the name Arrabella?
Arrabella is a rare name in the United States. As of 2025, it ranked 10,917th and was given to approximately 1 in every 200,908 girls. Its peak year was 2013.
Is Arrabella a boy or girl name?
Arrabella is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.