Arlo

AR-loh'AR-loh'2 syllables
🇬🇧English
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MEANING

Fortified hill

ORIGIN

Old English

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Old English words 'hoer' meaning 'fortified' and 'hleo' meaning 'hill'.

CULTURAL NOTES

The name Arlo is often associated with a rural and naturalistic charm.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has been used in literature and music, notably by American folk singer Arlo Guthrie.

🇪🇸Spanish
Soft

MEANING

Barberry tree

ORIGIN

Spanish

ETYMOLOGY

In Spanish, 'Arlo' is sometimes considered a variation of 'arlo', referring to the barberry tree.

CULTURAL NOTES

Arlo can be connected to nature due to its association with the barberry tree.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Not widely used historically in Spanish-speaking countries but noted for its natural associations.

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