Arlo vs Grant

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grant

Boy #241 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"large, great"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#241
Total SSA Count
1,453
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Gra, Gry, Grie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Grant Rank #241

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #241 for Grant.

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

Grant ___

  • Grant Thomas
  • Grant William
  • Grant Alexander
  • Grant James
  • Grant Edward
  • Grant Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Grant

Reid Blake Claire Sloane Brooks

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Grant more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Grant mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin).

Are Arlo and Grant boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Grant is primarily a boy name.

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