Arnold Name Meaning & Origin
/AR-nold/Name Origin
The name Arnold is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. It became popular in German-speaking regions and later spread to English-speaking countries and the Netherlands.
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German (Germanic) 60% -
English (Anglo-Saxon) 30% -
Dutch (Dutch) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Arnold
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Arnold in the US (SSA Data):
Arnold Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.