A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Arnoldo since 1914
Babies named Arnoldo per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1992, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arnoldo's real moment was 1976.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 75 |
| 1930s | 176 |
| 1940s | 281 |
| 1950s | 433 |
| 1960s | 587 |
| 1970s | 650 |
| 1980s | 665 |
| 1990s | 834 |
| 2000s | 588 |
| 2010s | 277 |
| 2020s | 141 |
Meaning & origin
Arnoldo is the Italian and Spanish variant of Arnold, drawn from the Germanic elements for 'eagle' and 'rule'. First recorded in the U.S. in 1914, the name rose gradually, achieving its peak rank of 4,050 in 1976, when 1 in 65,695 boys received the name. After a long decline, it has been rising again since 2021. The name has historically been most concentrated in Texas, reflecting its strong Spanish-language heritage. Arnoldo offers a melodic alternative to its English counterpart, with the same powerful meaning and a distinctly Mediterranean flair.
Arnoldo is the Italian and Spanish form of Arnold, derived from the Old High German name 'Arnwald', composed of 'arn' (eagle) and 'wald' (rule, power). It was introduced to Italy and Spain through Germanic tribes, particularly the Lombards and Visigoths, and has been used in these regions since the Middle Ages.
Where Arnoldo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arnie
Variants: Arnold
Sibling names for Arnoldo
Names that share Arnoldo's style, for a brother or sister.
