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Arneda

ar-NEE-da · Of uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of Arne or a variant of Arnette.

Peak popularity
1924
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Arneda since 1918

Babies named Arneda per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4812192019602000Most births 1924Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s7
1920s31
1930s16
1940s30
1950s24
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Arneda is a rare and enigmatic name that briefly flickered in American birth records during the early 20th century. First recorded in 1918, it saw its peak popularity in 1924, when the rank was not high enough to appear in national top 1000 lists. The name's trajectory has been relatively stable, meaning it never experienced a dramatic resurgence. Its top states of use are not recorded, suggesting scattered, infrequent usage. For families seeking a truly distinctive name with a vintage feel, Arneda offers a quiet charm, though its origins remain uncertain. As a name that never caught on widely, it carries a unique, almost secret quality.

Arneda is a rare name that first appeared in the United States in the early 20th century, during the 1910s. It may have been coined as a feminine elaboration of the name Arne, itself a Scandinavian short form of Arnold, or as a variant of Arnette. The name saw modest use in the 1920s, peaking in 1924, before fading. Its exact derivation is unclear, and it has no known history outside of American birth records.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Arnie, Neda

Variants: Arnetta, Arnette

Sibling names for Arneda

Names that share Arneda's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Arneda mean?
The meaning of Arneda is uncertain. It may be a feminine form of Arne or a variant of Arnette, but no definitive etymology has been established.
How popular is Arneda today?
Arneda is extremely rare. It has not appeared in the top 1000 U.S. births in recent decades, and there were no recorded births with this name in the latest data year of 2025.
Is Arneda a boy or girl name?
Arneda is predominantly used for girls. Historically, all recorded occurrences in the U.S. have been for female births.