Arrow vs Orson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,501 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little bear, bear cub"

Origin: Old French

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Arrow Rank #1,674

Orson Rank #1,501

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Is Arrow or Orson more popular?

Orson is more popular, ranked #1501 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Orson mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Orson means "little bear, bear cub" (Old French origin).

Are Arrow and Orson boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Orson is primarily a boy name.