Rory vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

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Rory Rank #226

Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #226 for Rory.

Is Rory or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Arlo mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Rory and Arlo boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.