Find out how popular the first name Arpa has been for the last 1 years (from 2003 to 2003) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Arpa by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Arpa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2003, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Arpa.

The history of the first name Arpa

The name Arpa has its origins in the Armenian language and culture, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Armenian word "arpa," which means "grape" or "vine," symbolizing fertility and abundance.

In ancient Armenian mythology, Arpa was the name of a goddess associated with fertility, nature, and the earth's bounty. Her name was often invoked in rituals and ceremonies celebrating the harvest and the cycle of life.

The earliest recorded use of the name Arpa can be found in ancient Armenian manuscripts and inscriptions from the 5th century AD. During this period, the name was commonly given to girls born in Armenian communities throughout the historical Armenian highlands and the Caucasus region.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Arpa was Arpa of Vaspurakan, a 9th-century Armenian princess and noble who played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the Artsruni dynasty.

In the 12th century, Arpa Mamikonian was a prominent Armenian noble and military leader who fought against the Seljuk Turks and defended the Armenian homeland.

The name Arpa also appears in Armenian literature and poetry, such as the epic poem "Daredevils of Sassoun," where Arpa is the name of one of the female characters.

Another notable figure with the name Arpa was Arpa Gasparian, a 19th-century Armenian singer and musician who was renowned for her performances of traditional Armenian folk songs.

Arpa Chamchian was a 20th-century Armenian educator and writer who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Armenian language and culture.

While the name Arpa has its roots in Armenian culture, it has also been adopted and used in various other cultures and communities over time, though its origins and meaning remain closely tied to its Armenian heritage.

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