Arabela
ar-uh-BEL-uh
The Story of Arabela
This name, a harmonious blend of sacred and beautiful, carries a promise of grace and devotion for your child.
Arabela is a Latin-origin variant of Arabella, interpreted as 'beautiful altar' or 'yielding to prayer.' The combination of 'ara' (altar) and 'bella' (beautiful) gives it a profound resonance. First recorded in 1945, it found its peak usage around 2012.
Imagining your daughter with the name Arabela, you sense a refined spirit and a compassionate heart. It suits a child who will approach the world with elegance and a capacity for deep connection and empathy.
What It Means
“A variant of Arabella, of Latin origin, meaning 'yielding to prayer' or 'beautiful altar'. It combines 'ara' (altar) and 'bella' (beautiful).”
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#15 in 2012
Total Births
161
First Recorded
1945
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