Arrow vs Alton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Arrow Rank #1,674

Alton Rank #1,572

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Is Arrow or Alton more popular?

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Alton mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Alton means "old town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Arrow and Alton boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Alton is primarily a boy name.