Arlo vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"derived from Calvus, bald"

Origin: French from Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#140
Total SSA Count
2,568
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cal, Vin

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #146 for Arlo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlo ___

  • Arlo James
  • Arlo Thomas
  • Arlo Bear
  • Arlo Fox
  • Arlo River
  • Arlo Blue

Calvin ___

  • Calvin James
  • Calvin Lee
  • Calvin Edward
  • Calvin Thomas
  • Calvin William
  • Calvin John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Calvin

Miles Elijah Nora Clara Owen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Arlo at #146 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Calvin mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Calvin means "derived from Calvus, bald" (French from Latin origin).

Are Arlo and Calvin boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.

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