Arabella is a highly popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #47 in 2022 with 1,019 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,368 births ranking #22. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,979.6%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 259 girls born was named Arabella. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Arabella is a richly romantic vintage classic with a graceful, aristocratic feel. It is usually associated with beauty, softness, and a sense of old-world charm.
The name has long-standing use in Britain and later became especially popular again with the return of ornate classic girls' names. Its appeal comes from sound, elegance, and a strong storybook quality.