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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Eagle power (pet form of Arnold)
- Origin
- English (diminutive of Arnold)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AHR-nee
Arnie is an English name, used as a pet form of Arnold and carrying the meaning eagle power. It's a short, informal name that U.S. parents have been giving since at least 1887, according to Social Security records. It has never been a common choice, but it has stuck around in small numbers for well over a century.
Meaning & Origin of Arnie
Meaning: Eagle power (pet form of Arnold).
Origin: English (diminutive of Arnold).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Arnie
AHR-neeIPA /ˈɑːrni/
Popularity of Arnie
Arnie's high point came in 1910, when it ranked #866 with 13 babies given the name; by 2024 it had slipped to #8346, with only 9 babies recorded that year.
Names Like Arnie
These names have followed a similar path to Arnie in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Arnie mean?
Eagle power (pet form of Arnold). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Arnie?
Arnie is pronounced AHR-nee (IPA: /ˈɑːrni/).
Is Arnie a popular name right now?
Arnie peaked at #866 in 1910 and is ranked #8346 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1887–2024.)
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