Arnold
BoyArnold is a boy's name of Germanic origin meaning "From Germanic elements arn meaning eagle and wald meaning power, giving eagle ruler.". It is pronounced AR-nuld. Today it is a popular name (popularity 95/100) and fading.
Germanic origin · /AR-nuld/ · strong
Meaning: From Germanic elements arn meaning eagle and wald meaning power, giving eagle ruler.
Insights
Most popular in the 1920s.
Today, Arnold is one of the most common baby names (popularity 95/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Arnold
What does Arnold mean?
Arnold means "From Germanic elements arn meaning eagle and wald meaning power, giving eagle ruler.". It is of Germanic origin.
Is Arnold a boy or girl name?
Arnold is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Arnold?
Arnold is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 95/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.
How is Arnold pronounced?
Arnold is pronounced AR-nuld.
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