Jordan vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#104
Total SSA Count
3,326
Syllables
2
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

Jordan Rank #104
Arlo Rank #146

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordan or Arlo more popular?

Jordan is more popular, ranked #104 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Jordan and Arlo mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Jordan and Arlo boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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