Arlette vs Megan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Megan

Girl #761 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pearl"

Origin: Greek via Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#761
Total SSA Count
369
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Meg, Meggie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlette Rank #583
Megan Rank #761

Arlette is more popular, ranked #583 vs #761 for Megan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlette ___

  • Arlette Marie
  • Arlette Claire
  • Arlette Louise
  • Arlette Elise
  • Arlette Sophie
  • Arlette Blanc

Megan ___

  • Megan Rose
  • Megan Anne
  • Megan Lynn
  • Megan Marie
  • Megan Elizabeth
  • Megan Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlette

Colette Simone Marcel Renée Odette

If you choose Megan

Ryan Kevin Shannon Bridget Connor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlette or Megan more popular?

Arlette is more popular, ranked #583 compared to Megan at #761 in the United States.

What do Arlette and Megan mean?

Arlette means "eagle, noble strength" (Germanic origin). Megan means "pearl" (Greek via Welsh origin).

Are Arlette and Megan boy or girl names?

Arlette is primarily a girl name. Megan is primarily a girl name.

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