Arlan vs Marlowe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlan

Boy #2,775 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #2,781 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"remnants of a lake, driftwood"

Origin: Old English

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Arlan Rank #2,775

Marlowe Rank #2,781

Arlan is more popular, ranked #2775 vs #2781 for Marlowe.

Is Arlan or Marlowe more popular?

Arlan is more popular, ranked #2775 compared to Marlowe at #2781 in the United States.

What do Arlan and Marlowe mean?

Arlan means "pledge, oath" (Old Irish origin). Marlowe means "remnants of a lake, driftwood" (Old English origin).

Are Arlan and Marlowe boy or girl names?

Arlan is primarily a boy name. Marlowe is primarily a boy name.