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Arlo: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Between two hills, a name with a folk-song lilt and artistic spirit.

Origin
English
Syllables
2
Current rank
#107
Peak
#115 in 2023

Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

2010: #70020102015: #35020152020: #15020202024: #1072024#1#700

What Arlo Means

Arlo is a boy name of English origin. Between two hills, a name with a folk-song lilt and artistic spirit.

How Popular Arlo Is

Arlo currently ranks #107 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #115 in 2023. It is rising.

Good to Know About Arlo

  • Arlo Guthrie recorded 'Alice's Restaurant,' a Thanksgiving folk classic.
  • The Good Dinosaur featured a character named Arlo.
  • The name has a laid-back, bohemian charm.

Names Like Arlo

Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Arlo

English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Arlo.

Questions About Arlo

What does Arlo mean?

Arlo is a boy name of English origin. Between two hills, a name with a folk-song lilt and artistic spirit.

How popular is Arlo?

Arlo currently ranks #107 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #115 in 2023. It is rising.

Where does Arlo come from?

Arlo comes from English roots. Arlo Guthrie recorded 'Alice's Restaurant,' a Thanksgiving folk classic.

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