Arla is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #4998 in 2025 with 26 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 27 births ranking #4849. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 61,818 girls born was named Arla. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.