In the Irish language, or ór means gold and flaith means/prince princess or. Órla orla órla is thus generally considered as meaning golden prince. Or princess the origin of the name dates back-To Pre Christian gaelic ireland and it is still in. use today Orla Guerin is a correspondent for BBC Africa. 2  Orla Rapple is a well known broadcaster, she has worked for City Channel, Beat 102/103, and AA Roadwatch. 3  She appears on the show, Seoige and O'Shea.