Arnold
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Arnold is a boy name of English origin meaning "Eagle power".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Popularity
14 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Eagle power
Etymology
Arnold is a masculine German, Dutch and English given name. It is composed of the Germanic elements arn "eagle" and wald "power, brightness". The name was first recorded in Francia from about the 7th century, at first often conflated with the name Arnulf, as in the name of bishop Arnulf of Metz, also recorded as Arnoald.
Famous People Named Arnold
- Arnold Schwarzenegger — Austrian and American actor, bodybuilder, and politician (born 1947)
- Arnold Schoenberg — Austrian-Jewish American composer (1874-1951)
- Arnold Sommerfeld — German physicist (1868-1951)
- Arnold Böcklin — Swiss painter, draftsman, graphic artist and sculptor (1827–1901)
- Arnold Bax — English composer, poet, and author (1883–1953)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arnold
What does the name Arnold mean?
Arnold means "Eagle power", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Arnold?
Arnold originates from English.
Is Arnold a boy or girl name?
Arnold is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Arnold?
Yes — notable people named Arnold include Arnold Schwarzenegger (Austrian and American actor, born 1947), Arnold Schoenberg (Austrian-Jewish American composer, 1874-1951), Arnold Sommerfeld (German physicist, 1868-1951), Arnold Böcklin (Swiss painter, 1827–1901) and Arnold Bax (English composer, 1883–1953).
Last updated: June 2026