Paul vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Paul Rank #264

Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #264 for Paul.

Is Paul or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Arlo mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Paul and Arlo boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.