Arlow vs Ken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlow

Boy #3,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barberry tree hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,310
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,299
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlow Rank #3,310
Ken Rank #3,299

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #3310 for Arlow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlow or Ken more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Arlow at #3310 in the United States.

What do Arlow and Ken mean?

Arlow means "barberry tree hill" (Old English origin). Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Arlow and Ken boy or girl names?

Arlow is primarily a boy name. Ken is primarily a boy name.

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