Arlo vs Damien

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

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English American Catholic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#345
Total SSA Count
999
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Damien Rank #345

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #345 for Damien.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Damien more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Damien mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin).

Are Arlo and Damien boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Damien is primarily a boy name.

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