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Christopher vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Christopher Rank #61
Arlo Rank #146

Christopher is more popular, ranked #61 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christopher or Arlo more popular?

Christopher is more popular, ranked #61 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Christopher and Arlo mean?

Christopher means "one who carries Christ in heart" (Greek origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Christopher and Arlo boy or girl names?

Christopher is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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