Arne
Arne: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Arne
Root meaning: “eagle”
- A male given name from the Germanic languages occasionally used in English.
Etymology
For the given name, a short form of Old Norse compound names beginning with arn- (“eagle”).
How popular is Arne?
Since 1880, 2,854 boys in the U.S. have been named Arne. Its highest rank for boys was #724 in 1916. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Arne
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Arne FAQ
What does the name Arne mean?
Arne traces back to a root meaning "eagle". A male given name from the Germanic languages occasionally used in English. For the given name, a short form of Old Norse compound names beginning with arn- (“eagle”).
What is the origin of the name Arne?
Arne is listed as a name of Germanic languages occasionally used in origin.
How popular is the name Arne?
Since 1880, 2,854 boys in the U.S. have been named Arne. Its highest rank for boys was #724 in 1916. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Arne a boy or girl name?
Arne is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,854 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.