Arno

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Pronounced AR-noh /ˈɑr.noʊ/High

Meaning: Short form of Arnold/Arnulf — from Germanic arn, 'eagle' — 'eagle-ruler/eagle-wolf'; also the Tuscan river Arno; routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: An eagle: Arno is the German short form of Arnold — 'eagle'. Crisp, strong, and warm (the river of Florence).

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Origin MediumGerman

MeaningShort form of Arnold/Arnulf — from Germanic arn, 'eagle' — 'eagle-ruler/eagle-wolf'; also the Tuscan river Arno; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#5242 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births18 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1915

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,695

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arno is a short form of Arnold or Arnulf — from Germanic arn, 'eagle' (plus wald, 'ruler', or wulf, 'wolf') — 'eagle-ruler' or 'eagle-wolf'. A crisp, strong name across Germany, the Netherlands, and Estonia (it is also the river that flows through Florence and Pisa; routes layered, which we note).

In the U.S. it appears in German and Dutch families. Rare, an-eagle at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Arnold means 'eagle-ruler' (Germanic arn, 'eagle', plus wald, 'ruler') — Arno is its crisp German and Dutch short form (and the river that runs through Florence and Pisa).

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Arno — etymology

Variations

ArnoldArnulfArne

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arno mean?

Arno shortens Arnold — Germanic 'eagle; eagle-ruler' (it's also the Tuscan river).

How do you pronounce Arno?

It's said AR-noh /ˈɑr.noʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arno a boy or girl name?

Arno is a boy's name.

How popular is Arno?

Arno is a rare name in the U.S.