Arlan vs Bowden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlan

Boy #2,775 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Old Irish

American English

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Boy #2,595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"place at the bow-shaped hill"

Origin: Old English

English Scottish American

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Arlan Rank #2,775

Bowden Rank #2,595

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 vs #2775 for Arlan.

Is Arlan or Bowden more popular?

Bowden is more popular, ranked #2595 compared to Arlan at #2775 in the United States.

What do Arlan and Bowden mean?

Arlan means "pledge, oath" (Old Irish origin). Bowden means "place at the bow-shaped hill" (Old English origin).

Are Arlan and Bowden boy or girl names?

Arlan is primarily a boy name. Bowden is primarily a boy name.