Holding steady, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Arne since 1903
Babies named Arne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 51 |
| 1910s | 409 |
| 1920s | 413 |
| 1930s | 285 |
| 1940s | 381 |
| 1950s | 496 |
| 1960s | 367 |
| 1970s | 170 |
| 1980s | 91 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 40 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Arne is a Scandinavian name with a clear and strong etymology rooted in Old Norse, where it means 'eagle'. Despite its ancient origins, the name has never been widely used in the United States. It first appeared in American records in 1903, and its peak popularity came early, in 1916, showing a stable but low trajectory over the decades. As of 2025, Arne ranks 9714, with only 1 in 244011 babies receiving the name. Its consistent rarity makes it a distinctive choice for families with Scandinavian heritage or those seeking an understated, historically grounded name.
Arne derives from the Old Norse element 'ari' or 'ǫrn', meaning 'eagle'. It has been used as a given name in Scandinavia since medieval times, particularly in Norway and Sweden. The name also appears as a short form of compound names like Arnold and Arnfinn.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Arne
Names that share Arne's style, for a brother or sister.
