Adora vs Arlo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adora

Girl #2,437 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"adored, beloved"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Portuguese Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,437
Total SSA Count
74
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dora, Addie, Rory

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Adora Rank #2,437
Arlo Rank #146

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #2437 for Adora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adora ___

  • Adora Rose
  • Adora Mae
  • Adora Grace
  • Adora June
  • Adora Belle
  • Adora Faye

Arlo ___

  • Arlo James
  • Arlo Thomas
  • Arlo Bear
  • Arlo Fox
  • Arlo River
  • Arlo Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Adora

Catra Glimmer Bow Mermista Perfuma

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adora or Arlo more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Adora at #2437 in the United States.

What do Adora and Arlo mean?

Adora means "adored, beloved" (Latin origin). Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin).

Are Adora and Arlo boy or girl names?

Adora is primarily a girl name. Arlo is primarily a boy name.

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