Arla is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #340 in 2022 with 127 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 140 births ranking #339. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 2,075 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.