Arnoldo
BoyGermanic
Arnoldo is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning "eagle power or ruler of eagles".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Germanic
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
eagle power or ruler of eagles
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'Arnold' composed of 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wald' meaning 'power' or 'ruler'. The Spanish/Italian form 'Arnoldo' retains this origin.
Famous People Named Arnoldo
- Arnoldo Alemán — President of Nicaragua from 1997 to 2002
- Arnoldo Foà — Italian actor (1916-2014)
- Arnoldo Martínez Verdugo — Mexican politician (1925-2013)
- Arnoldo de Winkelried Bertoni — Paraguayan zoologist (1878-1973)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arnoldo
What does the name Arnoldo mean?
Arnoldo means "eagle power or ruler of eagles", and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of the name Arnoldo?
Arnoldo originates from Germanic, commonly used in Western Europe.
Is Arnoldo a boy or girl name?
Arnoldo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Arnoldo associated with?
Arnoldo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Arnoldo?
Yes — notable people named Arnoldo include Arnoldo Alemán (President of Nicaragua from 1997 to 2002), Arnoldo Foà (Italian actor, 1916-2014), Arnoldo Martínez Verdugo (Mexican politician, 1925-2013) and Arnoldo de Winkelried Bertoni (Paraguayan zoologist, 1878-1973).
Last updated: June 2026