Arna

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Arna Pronunciation

Arna is pronounced AR-nah /ˈɑr.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Old Norse orn, 'an eagle' (the feminine of Arne); also Hebrew, 'cedar' (a form of Arnona); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: An eagle; a cedar: Arna is Norse for 'an eagle' (and Hebrew 'cedar'). Crisp, soft, and warm.

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Origin MediumNorse, Hebrew

MeaningFrom Old Norse orn, 'an eagle' (the feminine of Arne); also Hebrew, 'cedar' (a form of Arnona); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5300 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births24 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 609

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Arna comes from Old Norse orn, 'an eagle' (the feminine of Arne), and also from Hebrew, 'a cedar' (linked to Arnona; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, soft, vintage-cool name across Scandinavia and Jewish communities (said 'AR-nah').

It registers thinly in records. Rare, an-eagle-or-cedar at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Arna means 'an eagle' in Old Norse (the feminine of Arne) — and 'a cedar' in Hebrew — a crisp, soft, vintage-cool name (the routes are layered, which we note).

Overall data confidence 60%

References — Arna — routes layered

Variations

ArneArnonaErna

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Hebrew Norse Animal-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Arna?

Arna is pronounced AR-nah (/ˈɑr.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Arna said aloud.

How do you say Arna?

Arna is said AR-nah (/ˈɑr.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Arna said aloud.

What does the name Arna mean?

Arna is Old Norse for 'an eagle', and Hebrew for 'a cedar'; the routes are layered.

Is Arna a boy or girl name?

Arna is a girl's name.

How popular is Arna?

Arna is a rare name in the U.S.