Arlan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahrl-ahn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Irish origin, meaning "pledge" or "oath."

Arlan is a masculine name of English origin, believed to have transitioned from an English surname to a personal name. It is pronounced as ‘AHR-lən’ and has multiple meanings depending on its origin. In Gaelic, Arlan means "pledge" or "oath," while in Old Norse, it can be interpreted as "foreigner" or "stranger." The name has seen variations in usage over time, with some sources suggesting it was derived from the words ‘har’ and ‘land,’ meaning "infested with hares." Despite its rich history, Arlan remains a relatively uncommon name, yet it carries significant cultural and linguistic significance.

Arlan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Arlan is currently #8263 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Arlan is currently #8263 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Arlan is currently #4149 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Arlan is currently #1824 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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