Arrow
Arrow is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
A sharp projectile shot from a bow, symbolizing direction, focus, and strength.
Origin and history
Arrow is a modern English word name derived from the word for a sharp projectile shot from a bow. It has recently gained traction in the United States alongside other nature and directional word names. Its usage is modern, crisp, and distinctive.
Popularity in the United States
1,717 babies in the United States have been named Arrow since 1880. It ranks #3072 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1268.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.8 %)
- TX (13.2 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- AZ (4.7 %)
- WA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 42 |
| 2000-2010 | 79 |
| 2010-2019 | 868 |
| 2020-2029 | 700 |
Fun facts
- The word derives from Old English 'arwe', which shares Germanic roots linked to archery tools.
- Its rise in U.S. usage mirrors a broader 21st-century trend toward noun and nature names.