Arlen vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlen

Boy #1,688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,688
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arl, Ary, Arie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlen Rank #1,688
Rush Rank #1,496

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 vs #1688 for Arlen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlen ___

  • Arlen James
  • Arlen Scott
  • Arlen Ray
  • Arlen Dean
  • Arlen Cole

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlen or Rush more popular?

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 compared to Arlen at #1688 in the United States.

What do Arlen and Rush mean?

Arlen means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Arlen and Rush boy or girl names?

Arlen is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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