Arabel

“A variation of the name 'Arabella', meaning 'yielding to prayer'.”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13611US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

138All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Arabel mean and where does it come from?

Arabel is a feminine form of the name Arabella, which has roots in Latin and means 'yielding to prayer'. The name gained popularity in France and Italy as a romantic version of other names. Its earliest recorded use can be traced back to the early 20th century. The name can also be found in various

Cultural significance

Arabel has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variation of the name 'arabella', meaning 'yielding to prayer'..

Peak popularity

Reached #4677 in 1915 — currently #13611 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arabel?

Arabel works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arabel Grace

How popular is Arabel right now?

Falling — down 1251 spots — currently #13611 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#13611 · Top 10%

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2010

2015

2020

2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13611	6	▼ down 1251 · -14% births
2022	#12360	7	▼ down 2720 · -30% births
2021	#9640	10	▲ up 5500 · +100% births
2020	#15140	5	▼ down 7861 · -69% births
2015	#7279	16	▲ up 1991 · +33% births
2010	#9270	12	▼ down 4593 · +140% births
1915	#4677	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arabel

Best Year1915Rank #4677

Peak Count16

Average Rank#10282

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 20237 years

The story of Arabel

Arabel entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 138 total births recorded, Arabel remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4677 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13611 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Arabel in 1915:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Arabel by decade

Arabel peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	10
2000s	26
2010s ★	97
2020s	5

💎Arabel has only 138 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arabel?

Common

AraArArieAryAbel

What names sound and feel like Arabel?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Arabel also consider these

Arakel

Arabic · A Arabic name

Aracel

Spanish · altar of heaven;

Aribel

English · beautiful altar

Adabel

American · Hebrew

Amabel

Latin · lovable, beloved

Marabel

Spain · Beautiful sea

Anabel

Spain · gracious, merciful

Arbel

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Arabel

What does the name Arabel mean?

Arabel means "A variation of the name 'Arabella', meaning 'yielding to prayer'." — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Arabel?

Arabel is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Arabel have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Arabel?

Arabel originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Arabel?

Arabel pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Arabel trending right now?

Arabel is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.