Arlen vs Arrow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlen

Boy #1,688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

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Arlen Rank #1,688

Arrow Rank #1,674

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 vs #1688 for Arlen.

Is Arlen or Arrow more popular?

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 compared to Arlen at #1688 in the United States.

What do Arlen and Arrow mean?

Arlen means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin).

Are Arlen and Arrow boy or girl names?

Arlen is primarily a boy name. Arrow is primarily a boy name.