Arnie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-nee / ˈɑːrniGerman; English
Meaning
German: Eagle; English: Diminutive of Arnold
Historical & Cultural Background
Arnie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Arnold, which has Germanic roots. The name Arnold means 'eagle power' and has been used in various cultures. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a friendly and approachable name. Arnie has been used in popular culture, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
Arnie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arnold
- Arny
International Variants
- Arnaud (French)
- Arnoldo (Italian)
- Arne (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Arnie
Arnie Johnson is known for his work as a professional wrestler.
Arnie Palmer was a legendary professional golfer.
Arnie Kogen is a notable television writer and producer.
Fictional characters named Arnie
Arnie is a character in the animated series 'Hey Arnold!' known for his quirky personality.
Arnie the Doughnut is the main character in a children's book series by Laurie Keller.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arnie was first seen in the United States in 1887. Arnie has ranked as high as #1086 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, Illinois, Washington, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Arnie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arnie (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 25 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 39 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 25 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 29 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 29 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 24 |
| 1941 | 24 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 31 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 27 |
| 1950 | 30 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 38 |
| 1957 | 47 |
| 1958 | 52 |
| 1959 | 51 |
| 1960 | 60 |
| 1961 | 45 |
| 1962 | 55 |
| 1963 | 40 |
| 1964 | 39 |
| 1965 | 30 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 25 |
| 1970 | 23 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 9 |