Gene vs Arley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Arley

Boy #2,054 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hare meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,054
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gene Rank #1,910
Arley Rank #2,054

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #2054 for Arley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gene or Arley more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Arley at #2054 in the United States.

What do Gene and Arley mean?

Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin). Arley means "hare meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Gene and Arley boy or girl names?

Gene is primarily a boy name. Arley is primarily a boy name.

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