Elliot vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Elliot Rank #150
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Arlo mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Elliot and Arlo boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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