Orla
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Orla
Orla is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Órfhlaith," combining "ór" (gold) and "flaith" (ruler/princess), meaning "golden princess" or "golden ruler." The name is primarily used in Irish and Irish-diaspora communities, with historical roots in medieval Irish nobility and modern popularity across English-speaking countries.
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Etymology
Orla is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Órfhlaith," combining "ór" (gold) and "flaith" (ruler/princess), meaning "golden princess" or "golden ruler." The name is primarily used in Irish and Irish-diaspora communities, with historical roots in medieval Irish nobility and modern popularity across English-speaking countries.
Orla currently ranks #2,532 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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