Arlo vs Karis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Karis

Girl #2,185 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grace, kindness"

Origin: Greek charis

Cultural Roots

Greek English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,185
Total SSA Count
87
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kari, Kar

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Karis Rank #2,185

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #2185 for Karis.

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

Karis ___

  • Karis Rose
  • Karis Mae
  • Karis Elizabeth
  • Karis Sophia
  • Karis Grace
  • Karis Violet

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Karis

Lyra Thea Cleo Cassius Phelan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Karis more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Karis at #2185 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Karis mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Karis means "grace, kindness" (Greek charis origin).

Are Arlo and Karis boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Karis is primarily a girl name.

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