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At a Glance: Name: Arlowe – Origin: English (modern variant of Arlo) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: AR-loh
Arlowe is a modern variant of Arlo, an English name usually described as neutral and bold. It's pronounced AR-loh (IPA /ˈɑːrloʊ/). You may see Arlowe or Arlo glossed online as meaning 'fortified hill' or 'army hill' — that gloss isn't firmly attested, and no source confirms it for Arlowe specifically, so it's best treated as an open question rather than a settled meaning.
Meaning & Origin of Arlowe
Origin: English (modern variant of Arlo).
A common claim: Arlowe/Arlo is said to mean 'fortified hill' or 'army hill' Actually: This gloss is often linked to the place name Harlow, but Arlo's own origin is generally considered uncertain, and nothing confirms it for the spelling Arlowe.
How to Pronounce Arlowe
Phonetic: AR-loh IPA: /ˈɑːrloʊ/
Popularity of Arlowe
SSA records for Arlowe run from 2016 to 2024. The name peaked at #6071 in 2017 with 20 babies given the name, and by 2024 had slipped to #7611 with just 14.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2016–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Arlowe mean?
Arlowe/Arlo is said to mean ‘fortified hill’ or ‘army hill’ This gloss is often linked to the place name Harlow, but Arlo’s own origin is generally considered uncertain, and nothing confirms it for the spelling Arlowe.
How do you pronounce Arlowe?
Arlowe is pronounced AR-loh (IPA: /ˈɑːrloʊ/).
Is Arlowe a popular name right now?
Arlowe peaked at #6071 in 2017 and is ranked #7611 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2016–2024.)
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