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Arlo vs Evan

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

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Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Evan mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Arlo and Evan boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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