Arabella
Arabella is a Christian girl name of Scottish, origin uncertain origin, meaning “Possibly 'yielding to prayer'”.
| Meaning | Possibly 'yielding to prayer' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Scottish, origin uncertain |
| Pronunciation | air-uh-BEL-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Arabella
Arabella was first used in Scotland in the Middle Ages. Its origin is unclear. It may be a variant of Annabel or of Amabel, or it may come from the Latin orabilis, meaning yielding to prayer. Popular explanations as 'beautiful altar' or 'beautiful Arab' are not supported. Lady Arabella Stuart, a cousin of James I, is a notable historical bearer. It has become fashionable again in Britain and the US.
Is Arabella a Christian name?
Arabella is not biblical and has no particular religious meaning, though it has long been used by Christian families in Britain.
How popular is Arabella?
Rising in popularity in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Arabella
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Spellings and variants of Arabella
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arabella mean?
Arabella means 'Possibly 'yielding to prayer''. It is of Scottish, origin uncertain origin.
Is Arabella a Christian name?
Arabella is not biblical and has no particular religious meaning, though it has long been used by Christian families in Britain.
How do you pronounce Arabella?
Arabella is pronounced air-uh-BEL-uh.
Is Arabella a boy or girl name?
Arabella is usually a girl name.