Arlin vs Crawford

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlin

Boy #2,419 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,419
Total SSA Count
57
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Arli, Arl

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlin Rank #2,419
Crawford Rank #2,580

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 vs #2580 for Crawford.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlin ___

  • Arlin James
  • Arlin Lee
  • Arlin Dean
  • Arlin Ray
  • Arlin Wayne
  • Arlin Scott

Crawford ___

  • Crawford James
  • Crawford Lee
  • Crawford William
  • Crawford Thomas
  • Crawford Scott
  • Crawford Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlin

Garlin Darla Harlan Merle Willa

If you choose Crawford

Sutton Fletcher Harrison Waverly Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlin or Crawford more popular?

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 compared to Crawford at #2580 in the United States.

What do Arlin and Crawford mean?

Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Crawford means "crow crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Arlin and Crawford boy or girl names?

Arlin is primarily a boy name. Crawford is primarily a boy name.

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