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Arrow vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arrow

Boy #1,674 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"swift projectile, arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,674
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Rush

Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,496
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arrow Rank #1,674
Rush Rank #1,496

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 vs #1674 for Arrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arrow or Rush more popular?

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 compared to Arrow at #1674 in the United States.

What do Arrow and Rush mean?

Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Arrow and Rush boy or girl names?

Arrow is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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