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Name Origin

Arabella is a feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'yielding to prayer'. It's a combination of the words 'ara' (altar) and 'bella' (beautiful). The name has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 19th century.

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Famous People

Arabella Churchill (1683-1717)

Courtier

  • Mistress of King James II of England
  • Mother of the Duke of Berwick and other illegitimate children

Arabella Weir (1957-)

Actress, Comedian, Writer

  • Known for her roles in The Fast Show and other British comedies
  • Author of several humorous books

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