Orla is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #549 in 1996 with 45 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 794 births ranking #66. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 6,578 girls born was named Orla. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Orla is a bright Irish name usually understood to mean 'golden princess'. It feels elegant, concise, and full of character.
The name comes from the older Irish form Orlaith and has become especially attractive because it offers strong Celtic roots in a very simple modern shape. Its popularity has spread beyond Ireland through that balance.