Arlan vs Harlan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlan

Boy #2,775 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Old Irish

American English

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Boy #668 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rocky land, stony ground"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Arlan Rank #2,775

Harlan Rank #668

Harlan is more popular, ranked #668 vs #2775 for Arlan.

Is Arlan or Harlan more popular?

Harlan is more popular, ranked #668 compared to Arlan at #2775 in the United States.

What do Arlan and Harlan mean?

Arlan means "pledge, oath" (Old Irish origin). Harlan means "rocky land, stony ground" (Old English origin).

Are Arlan and Harlan boy or girl names?

Arlan is primarily a boy name. Harlan is primarily a boy name.