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Arlo is a unisex given name. Some sources state it to be of Old English origin, meaning "endless energy"; it was first used by Edmund Spenser, who "evidently invented" it, as the name of a hill where the gods debate in his poem The Faerie Queene.
endless energy
A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered common.
Explore how the popularity of Arlo has changed over the last two decades.
The name Arlo is thought to have English origins, potentially as a variation of the Old English name Ealdred, meaning 'old counsel'. It has gained popularity in recent years, often associated with a sense of free spirit and artistic expression, possibly influenced by notable figures who share the name. The meaning 'endless energy' is a more modern interpretation, reflecting its current appeal.
Arlo Guthrie, Arlo Parks
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