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Arlo vs Koa

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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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Koa Rank #292

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Koa more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Koa mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Arlo and Koa boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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