Josiah 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

Popularity Comparison

Josiah Rank #53
Arlo Rank #146

Josiah is more popular, ranked #53 vs #146 for Arlo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Josiah or Arlo more popular?

Josiah is more popular, ranked #53 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Josiah and Arlo mean?

Josiah means "the Lord heals" (Hebrew origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Josiah and Arlo boy or girl names?

Josiah is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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