Matthew vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matthew

Boy #33 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Matthew Rank #33

Arlo Rank #146

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 vs #146 for Arlo.

Is Matthew or Arlo more popular?

Matthew is more popular, ranked #33 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Matthew and Arlo mean?

Matthew means "gift of God" (Hebrew Mattityahu from mattan and Yahweh origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Matthew and Arlo boy or girl names?

Matthew is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.