Arlo
Meaning
"fortified hill"
Origin: Old English
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #146
- Total SSA Count
- 2,481
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Casual
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"fortified hill"
Origin: Old English
"broom-covered hill"
Origin: Old English
Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #230 for Brandon.
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Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.
Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).
Arlo is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.