Arabel
Arabel is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,175 in the US, popular nicknames include Ara, Ary, and Araie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Arabel first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 157 babies have been named Arabel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arabel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,175 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,175
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Arabel
Arabel is a girl name .
Arabel is currently ranked #38,175 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arabel include Ara, Ary, Araie, and Arabie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Arabel include Arabella, Arabelle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis