Arabell

“yielding to prayer” — Associated with the phrase 'beautiful altar' in some interpretatio

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3984US 2023

37Births / yr

↑Rising

109All-time births

📅 Since 189400

What does Arabell mean and where does it come from?

The name Arabell derives from the Latin word 'orabilis', which means 'yielding to prayer', or 'one who is prayerful'. It has also been associated with the phrase 'beautiful altar' in some interpretations. The name gained popularity in the 17th century and has variations such as Arabella. It has ofte

Cultural significance

Arabell has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yielding to prayer.

Peak popularity

Reached #1663 in 1894 — currently #3984 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arabell?

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

Arabell Grace

How popular is Arabell right now?

Rising fast — up 5750 spots — currently #3984 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#3984 · Top 2.9%

1940

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3984	37	▲ up 5750 · +270% births
2022	#9734	10	▲ up 2601 · +43% births
2021	#12335	7	▼ down 468 · -12% births
2015	#11867	8	▼ down 7372 · +60% births
1940	#4495	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arabell

Best Year2023Rank #3984

Peak Count37

Average Rank#8483

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1940 - 20235 years

The story of Arabell

Arabell has been a beloved American name for over 130 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1894. With 109 total births recorded, Arabell remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4495 in 1940 to #3984 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Arabell in 1894:

Mary Anna Margaret Helen Elizabeth

Arabell by decade

Arabell peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	5
1900s	5
1910s	13
1920s	25
1930s	5
1940s	5
2010s ★	51

💎Arabell has only 109 total recorded births since 1894 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arabell?

Common

AraArArieAryAbell

What names sound and feel like Arabell?

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

Anabell

American · Grace

Arabel

France · A variation of

Marabell

American · A variant of

Arabele

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arriell

Hebrew · Lioness of God

English · Beautiful; Invented by

Common questions about the name Arabell

What does the name Arabell mean?

Arabell means "yielding to prayer" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Arabell?

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

What is the cultural origin of Arabell?

Arabell originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Arabell?

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

Is Arabell trending right now?

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