Arnie
Arnie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑɹni/
Meaning and origin of Arnie
- A diminutive of the male given name Arnold.
Etymology
From Arnold + -ie.
How popular is Arnie?
Since 1880, 235 girls and 2,088 boys in the U.S. have been named Arnie (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1296 in 1889. Its highest rank for boys was #866 in 1910. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Arnie FAQ
What does the name Arnie mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Arnold. From Arnold + -ie.
How popular is the name Arnie?
Since 1880, 235 girls and 2,088 boys in the U.S. have been named Arnie (10% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1296 in 1889. Its highest rank for boys was #866 in 1910. In 2025, 14 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Arnie a boy or girl name?
Arnie is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (235 girls and 2,088 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.