Arnie
ar-nee
US Popularity:14456
Origin:German
Meaning:Eagle ruler; As powerful as an eagle
Arnie is a masculine name that could help baby spread their wings. As a shortened form of the German title Arnold, Arnie translates to “eagle ruler” or “ as powerful as an eagle.” The German elements arn, meaning “eagle,” and walt, meaning “power” or “ruler,” intertwine in names like Arnie and Arnold. Over the centuries, the eagle has been viewed as a symbol of many things, from war and power to courage and honesty. As your bundle of joy soars toward the highest peaks, their name will remind them to keep their confidence sky high!
How Popular Is The Name Arnie?
U.S. Births
Overall:Arnie is currently #14456 in U.S. births
Boy:Arnie is currently #6888 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#6888
in 2023
+ 3015
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Arnie, July 2008
Behind the Name, Arnold, December 2022
Name Doctor, Arnie
Online Etymology Dictionary, Arnold, October 2017
Britannica, eagle, bird, October 2024
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