The nameArno

Arno is a short boy's name, a form of Arnaud. In France it was mostly given in the 2000s.

Meaning

It comes from the Germanic arn, "eagle".

Origin

Germanic, through Arnaud and Arnold. Arno is also the river of Florence.

History

Rare for a long time, Arno rose in the 1990s and peaked in the mid 2000s. It is still given today, more quietly.

Famous people named Arno

Popularity of the name Arno

Arno in France

2848thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2006peak year (140 births)
2,190babies named Arno in France since 1900
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Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Arno was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 1,135 births over the decade, 52% of all recorded babies named Arno. Its rise began around 1993, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Arno in France were born before 2004. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 14 births a year on average, against 26 in the five years before.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Arno mean?

It comes from the Germanic arn, "eagle".

What is the origin of the name Arno?

Germanic, through Arnaud and Arnold. Arno is also the river of Florence.

Is Arno a girl's or a boy's name?

Arno is a boy's name.

Who are famous people named Arno?

Arno, Belgian singer.