Arlo vs Rory

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

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Rory Rank #226

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Rory more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Rory mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Arlo and Rory boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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