A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Arland since 1901
Babies named Arland per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1935, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arland's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 18 |
| 1910s | 155 |
| 1920s | 382 |
| 1930s | 415 |
| 1940s | 284 |
| 1950s | 183 |
| 1960s | 129 |
| 1970s | 65 |
| 1980s | 66 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 50 |
Meaning & origin
Arland is an exceptionally rare given name in the United States, with its highest recorded usage occurring in the 1900s. According to Social Security data, the name debuted in 1901, which also marked its peak year in terms of ranking. After a long period of obscurity, Arland has been experiencing a gradual revival since 2007. As of 2025, it ranks 8,910th, with approximately one baby boy in 213,510 receiving the name. Its resurgence is part of a broader trend of reviving early 20th-century names, though Arland remains far outside the mainstream. The name's etymology is uncertain, but it may be related to the Scandinavian name Orland or a blend of elements from traditional English names like Arthur and Roland. Parents drawn to Arland often appreciate its vintage sound and connection to the past.
Arland is a rare given name that may be a modern invention or a variant of Orland. It could be formed from elements of names like Arthur (bear) or Roland (famous land), but there is no clear historical derivation. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century.
Sibling names for Arland
Names that share Arland's style, for a brother or sister.
