Orla is an Irish given name, meaning 'golden lady'. It is derived from the Old Irish word 'or', which means gold. This name has been traditionally used for females and was particularly popular during the Middle Ages in Ireland. Orla is also a variant of the Irish name Orlagh, which is composed of the elements 'or' meaning gold and 'laig' meaning honor or fame. Today, Orla remains a beloved name choice among parents seeking an Irish-inspired name for their daughter. It has been ranked among the top 100 names for baby girls in Ireland in recent years.
"The name Orla experienced a significant increase in popularity starting around the year 2000, with more than ten births recorded each year since then. The highest number of births was recorded in 2023, with 68 occurrences."