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Arah

Girl name

Arah has been given to 592 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It peaked in 1922. In 2025, about 1 in 267,878 girls was named Arah.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

592

Peak year

1922 (16 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1882

10-year trend

▲ +20%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Arah — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Arah.

FAQ

How popular is the name Arah?

Arah has been given to 592 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Arah peak?

Arah peaked in 1922, when 16 babies were given the name.

Is Arah a girl or boy name?

Arah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Arah are girls).

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