Barnes vs Arlon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barnes

Boy #7,718 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"near the barns, barn keeper"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,718
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Barnes Rank #7,718
Arlon Rank #7,893

Barnes is more popular, ranked #7718 vs #7893 for Arlon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barnes or Arlon more popular?

Barnes is more popular, ranked #7718 compared to Arlon at #7893 in the United States.

What do Barnes and Arlon mean?

Barnes means "near the barns, barn keeper" (Old English origin).

Are Barnes and Arlon boy or girl names?

Barnes is primarily a boy name. Arlon is primarily a boy name.

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