Arla vs Varney

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arla

Girl #5,228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English Nordic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,228
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arlie, Ari

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Varney

Boy #20,393 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the alder grove"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Norman British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,393
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Varn, Var

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arla Rank #5,228
Varney Rank #20,393

Arla is more popular, ranked #5228 vs #20393 for Varney.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arla ___

  • Arla June
  • Arla Mae
  • Arla Rose
  • Arla Claire
  • Arla Faye
  • Arla Dawn

Varney ___

  • Varney James
  • Varney Hugh
  • Varney Thomas
  • Varney William
  • Varney Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arla

Orla Arlo Nora Vera Astrid

If you choose Varney

Percy Cecil Mabel Viola

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arla or Varney more popular?

Arla is more popular, ranked #5228 compared to Varney at #20393 in the United States.

What do Arla and Varney mean?

Arla means "eagle" (Old Norse origin). Varney means "from the alder grove" (Old French origin).

Are Arla and Varney boy or girl names?

Arla is primarily a girl name. Varney is primarily a boy name.

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