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Adrian vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adrian Rank #72
Arlo Rank #146

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Arlo more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Arlo mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Adrian and Arlo boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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