Orla-Mae
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Orla-Mae: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2023.
Orla-Mae is a charming modern compound name blending two distinct traditions. Orla originates from the Irish Órfhlaith, meaning "golden princess" from ór (gold) and flaith (princess, ruler). Mae is a short form of Mary or Margaret, drawing from the Hebrew Maryam, often interpreted as "beloved" or "wished-for child." The most celebrated bearer of the Orla alone is Orla Brady, the talented Irish actress known for roles in *Doctor Who* and *Into the Badlands*. There are no major place connections for this combined name, though the Orla River flows through County Cavan, Ireland. This hyphenated pairing reflects a popular trend in Scotland and Ireland since the 1990s, combining a classic Gaelic name with a timeless, sweet monosyllable for a lyrical, distinctive sound.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20233 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #7493 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2023
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y