Arlo
“Fortified Hill, Between Two Hills” — A beautiful name of English origin
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Popularity data sourced from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
📖 Name Meaning & History
Arlo is a breezy name meaning "fortified hill." It carries folk-music cool (Arlo Guthrie) and Pixar adventure (The Good Dinosaur). Laid-back yet sturdy, Arlo feels like a weekend in the countryside.
Arlo Guthrie wrote "Alice's Restaurant" and became a folk legend. Edmund Spenser used Arlo Hill in The Faerie Queene. Pixar's The Good Dinosaur features Arlo. The name surged from obscurity to top 50 in the 2020s.
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⭐ Famous People Named Arlo
Arlo Guthrie
American folk musician
Arlo (Pixar)
The Good Dinosaur protagonist
Arlo Parks
Mercury Prize-winning British musician
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What does the name Arlo mean?
Arlo is a English name meaning "Fortified Hill, Between Two Hills." Arlo is a breezy name meaning "fortified hill." It carries folk-music cool (Arlo Guthrie) and Pixar adventure (The Good Dinosaur). It's a beautiful choice for parents who value english heritage and meaningful names.
Is Arlo a popular baby name?
Arlo is very popular, currently ranking around #36 in the United States. Its consistent popularity shows lasting appeal.
What are good middle names for Arlo?
Great middle names for Arlo include Arlo James, Arlo Alexander, Arlo William. Since Arlo is short, longer middle names create a nice rhythm.
What names go well with Arlo for siblings?
Names that pair beautifully with Arlo include Milo, Hugo, Leo, Finn. Choose sibling names with a similar english feel or matching elegance for a cohesive set.