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Jesse 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

Jesse Rank #187
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #187 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Jesse at #187 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Arlo mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Jesse and Arlo boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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