Arlo vs Kingston

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arlo Rank #146
Kingston Rank #178

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 vs #178 for Kingston.

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

Kingston ___

  • Kingston James
  • Kingston Lee
  • Kingston Oliver
  • Kingston Alexander
  • Kingston Cole
  • Kingston Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlo

Milo Isla Clover Finn Margot

If you choose Kingston

Hendrix Jagger Zuma Harlow Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlo or Kingston more popular?

Arlo is more popular, ranked #146 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do Arlo and Kingston mean?

Arlo means "fortified hill" (Old English origin). Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin).

Are Arlo and Kingston boy or girl names?

Arlo is primarily a boy name. Kingston is primarily a boy name.

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