Tom vs Arlan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tom

Boy #2,829 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"twin"

Origin: Aramaic

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Boy #2,775 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Old Irish

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Tom Rank #2,829

Arlan Rank #2,775

Arlan is more popular, ranked #2775 vs #2829 for Tom.

Is Tom or Arlan more popular?

Arlan is more popular, ranked #2775 compared to Tom at #2829 in the United States.

What do Tom and Arlan mean?

Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Arlan means "pledge, oath" (Old Irish origin).

Are Tom and Arlan boy or girl names?

Tom is primarily a boy name. Arlan is primarily a boy name.