Arlo

Meaning of Arlo

It's believed to come from a place name meaning "fortified hill." Some sources also link it to the barberry tree.

Arlo has Old English roots — browse every Old English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Arlo

Arlo has held fairly steady, sitting around #148 in 2025 after peaking at #146 in 2024.

Notable people named Arlo

• Arlo Guthrie
  Iconic folk singer, activist
• Arlo White
  Premier League soccer commentator
• Arlo Eisenberg
  Pro inline skater, co-founder
• Arlo McKinley
  Rising country music artist
• Arlo Bates
  19th-century American author, poet

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Questions about the name Arlo

What does the name Arlo mean?

Arlo means it's believed to come from a place name meaning "fortified hill." some sources also link it to the barberry tree, and it comes from Old English origins.

Is Arlo a boy's or a girl's name?

Arlo is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Arlo?

In 2025, Arlo ranked #148 for boys, down from #146 the year before.

When was Arlo most popular?

Arlo peaked at #146 in 2024.