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Simon vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Simon Rank #251
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do Simon and Arlo mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Simon and Arlo boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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