Arlo vs Kayce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlo

Boy #146 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fortified hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#146
Total SSA Count
2,481
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Kayce

Boy #420 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"alert, watchful, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#420
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Case

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Kayce Rank #420

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #420 for Kayce.

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

Kayce ___

  • Kayce James
  • Kayce Lee
  • Kayce Grant
  • Kayce Dean
  • Kayce Cole
  • Kayce Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Kayce

Chase Brayden Wyatt Riley Harley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Kayce more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Kayce at #420 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Kayce mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Arlo and Kayce boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Kayce is primarily a boy name.

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