Arlow

“A blend of names, originating from 'Arlo', which means 'fortified hill' and possibly 'from the hare hill'”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 82% boys♀ 18% girls

#3627US 2023

31Births / yr

↓Falling

243All-time births

📅 Since 201500

What does Arlow mean and where does it come from?

Arlow is a modern and uncommon variation of the name Arlo. Though traditionally male, it has been adopted in recent years as a female name. Its popularity has grown particularly in the United States. It reflects a trend towards gender-neutral names.

Cultural significance

Arlow has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a blend of names, originating from 'arlo', which means 'fortified hill' and possibly 'from the hare hill'.

Peak popularity

Reached #7515 in 2020 — currently #3627 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arlow?

Arlow works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arlow Grace

How popular is Arlow right now?

Falling — down 662 spots — currently #3627 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#3627 · Top 2.7%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3627	31	▼ down 662 · -26% births
2022	#2965	42	▲ up 1979 · +121% births
2021	#4944	19	▲ up 2571 · +36% births
2020	#7515	14	▲ up 9059 · +180% births
2015	#16574	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arlow

Best Year2022Rank #2965

Peak Count42

Average Rank#7125

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Arlow

Arlow is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 243 total births recorded, Arlow remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16574 in 2015 to #3627 in 2023. Arlow is used for both genders: 18% female and 82% male.

Names that peaked alongside Arlow in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Arlow by decade

Arlow peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	24
1920s	47
1930s	23
1940s	5
2010s ★	114
2020s	30

💎Arlow has only 243 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arlow?

Common

Arl

What names sound and feel like Arlow?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Arlow also consider these

Arlo

American · Fortified hill

Harlow

American · army hill

Arlon

American · A combination name

Arloh

American · Possibly a modern

Arrow

American · English

Marlow

American · driftwood, a meadow

Carlow

Latin · A Latin name

Farlow

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Arlow

What does the name Arlow mean?

Arlow means "A blend of names, originating from 'Arlo', which means 'fortified hill' and possibly 'from the hare hill'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Arlow?

Arlow is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Arlow have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Arlow?

Arlow originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Arlow trending right now?

Arlow is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Arlow a common or rare name?

Arlow is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.