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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Eagle's nest (transferred surname)
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- AR-net
Arnett is a boy's name that started out as an English surname, and it carries a meaning of "eagle's nest." It's pronounced AR-net (/ˈɑːrnɪt/), a straightforward two-syllable sound that wears its surname roots plainly rather than trying to sound invented.
Meaning & Origin of Arnett
Meaning: Eagle's nest (transferred surname).
Origin: English (surname).
How to Pronounce Arnett
AR-netIPA /ˈɑːrnɪt/
Popularity of Arnett
SSA records for Arnett run from 1893 to 2006, and the name hit its high point early: #653 in 1897, when 11 boys received it. By 2006, the last year on record, it had dropped all the way to #9653 with only 7 boys given the name.
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FAQ
What does the name Arnett mean?
Eagle’s nest (transferred surname).
How do you pronounce Arnett?
Arnett is pronounced AR-net (IPA: /ˈɑːrnɪt/).
Is Arnett a popular name right now?
Arnett peaked at #653 in 1897 and is ranked #9653 as of 2006. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1893–2006.)
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