Arlin vs Rye

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlin Rank #2,419
Rye Rank #2,432

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 vs #2432 for Rye.

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

Rye ___

  • Rye James
  • Rye Alexander
  • Rye Bennett
  • Rye Oliver
  • Rye Sawyer
  • Rye August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlin

Garlin Darla Harlan Merle Willa

If you choose Rye

Juniper Sage Oak Wren Fox

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlin or Rye more popular?

Arlin is more popular, ranked #2419 compared to Rye at #2432 in the United States.

What do Arlin and Rye mean?

Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin). Rye means "rye grain" (Old English origin).

Are Arlin and Rye boy or girl names?

Arlin is primarily a boy name. Rye is primarily a boy name.

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