Arlow vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlow

Boy #3,310 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"barberry tree hill"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,310
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ar, Arlo

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Arlow Rank #3,310
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #3310 for Arlow.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlow ___

  • Arlow James
  • Arlow Lee
  • Arlow Reid
  • Arlow Stone
  • Arlow Blake
  • Arlow Grey

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlow

Finn Milo Jude Stella Willow

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlow or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Arlow at #3310 in the United States.

What do Arlow and Theodore mean?

Arlow means "barberry tree hill" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Arlow and Theodore boy or girl names?

Arlow is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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