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Orlah

Girl name · 80 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Orlah: 80 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 11 births in 2022.

Of Irish and Hebrew origin, Orlah carries two distinct meanings. The Irish root Órfhlaith combines ór (gold) and flaith (princess or sovereign), giving the beautiful meaning “golden princess.” The Hebrew form (עורלה) refers to a concept in Jewish law meaning “foreskin,” though this origin is rarely used for given names. The Irish variant Orla is far more common, borne by figures such as Orla Fallon, the angel-voiced harpist and former member of the Irish musical group Celtic Woman. The name also shares a root with the River Orr in County Cork, though no direct place connections to a bearer exist. A further note: Orlah has remained rare in Scotland, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something lyrical yet uncommon.