Arnaldo

English from German

"ruler, strong as an eagle"

Arnaldo Origin and Meaning

The name Arnaldo is a boy's name.

Arnaldo is a masculine name with Germanic origins, derived from the elements "arn" meaning "eagle" and "wald" meaning "power" or "ruler." It's essentially the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of Arnold. Popular in Latin American countries and Southern Europe, Arnaldo carries connotations of strength, leadership, and nobility. The eagle symbolism adds associations with vision, freedom, and majesty. While not consistently ranking among top names in the United States, it maintains steady usage in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions. Arnaldo offers a melodic alternative to the more Germanic Arnold, with its flowing ending giving it a distinctive Mediterranean flair while preserving the powerful meaning of its original form.

Famous People Named Arnaldo

• Arnaldo Tamayo Méndez Cuban astronaut; first black man in space
• Arnaldo "Naldo" Santos Puerto Rican reggaeton producer
• Arnaldo Augusto Nora Antunes Brazilian musician of rock band Titãs
• Arnaldo Otegi Spanish Basque politician
• Arnaldo Dante Momigliano Italian historian
• Arnaldo Pomodoro Italian sculptor
• Arnaldo Calveyra Argentine poet