Arla is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #923 in 2015 with 39 recorded births. This places Arla in the top 12% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 140 births ranking #339. In 2015, approximately 1 in every 7,895 girls born was named Arla. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Arla is a compact, gentle name with a fresh and airy feel. Its older root is not always presented consistently, but it feels naturally elegant in modern use.
The name has a quiet vintage quality and may be chosen as much for brevity and style as for a single clear origin. Its current feel is simple, bright, and slightly unusual.