Arnold Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-nold / /ˈɑːrnəld/German; Old High German
Meaning
German: eagle power; Old High German: strong as an eagle
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Arnold has roots in Germanic languages, derived from the elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. It became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in Germany and England. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its enduring presence in Western culture.
Trend Summary
The name Arnold has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arnie
International Variants
- Arnaud (French)
- Arnoldo (Italian)
- Arnulf (German)
Famous people named Arnold
Arnold Schwarzenegger is an Austrian-American actor, producer, businessman, and former politician, known for his roles in action films and as the 38th Governor of California.
Arnold Palmer was an American professional golfer, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.
Arnold Bennett was an English novelist and playwright, known for his works that depict life in the Potteries.
Arnold Rothstein was an American businessman and gambler, known for his involvement in organized crime and the fixing of the 1919 World Series.
Fictional characters named Arnold
Arnold Shortman is the main character in the animated television series 'Hey Arnold!', known for his distinctive football-shaped head and adventures in the city.
Arnold Rimmer is a character in the British science fiction sitcom 'Red Dwarf', known for his neurotic personality and role as a hologram.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arnold was first seen in the United States in 1880. Arnold has ranked as high as #228 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Arnold has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arnold (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 17 | |
TX | 8 | |
FL | 7 | |
NC | 5 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 37 |
1881 | 29 |
1882 | 42 |
1883 | 42 |
1884 | 49 |
1885 | 33 |
1886 | 41 |
1887 | 38 |
1888 | 51 |
1889 | 42 |
1890 | 52 |
1891 | 57 |
1892 | 80 |
1893 | 80 |
1894 | 79 |
1895 | 96 |
1896 | 102 |
1897 | 103 |
1898 | 112 |
1899 | 98 |
1900 | 122 |
1901 | 110 |
1902 | 107 |
1903 | 134 |
1904 | 149 |
1905 | 144 |
1906 | 164 |
1907 | 177 |
1908 | 202 |
1909 | 237 |
1910 | 258 |
1911 | 348 |
1912 | 767 |
1913 | 1,032 |
1914 | 1,174 |
1915 | 1,691 |
1916 | 1,858 |
1917 | 1,781 |
1918 | 1,910 |
1919 | 1,767 |
1920 | 1,911 |
1921 | 1,982 |
1922 | 1,892 |
1923 | 1,927 |
1924 | 2,014 |
1925 | 1,972 |
1926 | 1,882 |
1927 | 1,998 |
1928 | 1,974 |
1929 | 1,979 |
1930 | 1,948 |
1931 | 1,835 |
1932 | 1,820 |
1933 | 1,749 |
1934 | 1,780 |
1935 | 1,883 |
1936 | 1,711 |
1937 | 1,726 |
1938 | 1,819 |
1939 | 1,617 |
1940 | 1,581 |
1941 | 1,600 |
1942 | 1,685 |
1943 | 1,705 |
1944 | 1,461 |
1945 | 1,407 |
1946 | 1,572 |
1947 | 1,796 |
1948 | 1,641 |
1949 | 1,590 |
1950 | 1,508 |
1951 | 1,428 |
1952 | 1,463 |
1953 | 1,391 |
1954 | 1,282 |
1955 | 1,315 |
1956 | 1,216 |
1957 | 1,265 |
1958 | 1,135 |
1959 | 1,192 |
1960 | 1,201 |
1961 | 1,152 |
1962 | 1,153 |
1963 | 1,142 |
1964 | 1,042 |
1965 | 945 |
1966 | 815 |
1967 | 781 |
1968 | 658 |
1969 | 608 |
1970 | 569 |
1971 | 498 |
1972 | 472 |
1973 | 388 |
1974 | 332 |
1975 | 320 |
1976 | 301 |
1977 | 280 |
1978 | 250 |
1979 | 277 |
1980 | 276 |
1981 | 259 |
1982 | 267 |
1983 | 257 |
1984 | 256 |
1985 | 193 |
1986 | 242 |
1987 | 270 |
1988 | 271 |
1989 | 287 |
1990 | 327 |
1991 | 323 |
1992 | 311 |
1993 | 327 |
1994 | 265 |
1995 | 236 |
1996 | 239 |
1997 | 245 |
1998 | 234 |
1999 | 188 |
2000 | 218 |
2001 | 219 |
2002 | 180 |
2003 | 213 |
2004 | 191 |
2005 | 152 |
2006 | 133 |
2007 | 137 |
2008 | 127 |
2009 | 125 |
2010 | 90 |
2011 | 113 |
2012 | 88 |
2013 | 96 |
2014 | 81 |
2015 | 95 |
2016 | 98 |
2017 | 120 |
2018 | 103 |
2019 | 115 |
2020 | 88 |
2021 | 112 |
2022 | 118 |
2023 | 105 |
2024 | 99 |