Arnie
2025 SSA
Below 5 births
About Arnie
Arnie is a nerdy-tipping-into-cute nickname that may rise again, if not for this generation of babies then for their babies. Look for it in the nurseries of 2050.
Arnie for girls
Arnie is a diminutive form of the name Arnelle or can be a feminine variant of Arnold. With Germanic roots, the name ultimately derives from 'arn' meaning eagle and 'wald' meaning power or ruler, signifying 'eagle power' or 'strong as an eagle.' As a feminine name, Arnie is quite uncommon, typically appearing more frequently as a masculine nickname for Arnold. The name carries a sense of strength and independence, reflecting the majestic nature of eagles. While not frequently found in popularity charts for girls, Arnie offers a distinctive option for parents seeking a short, strong-sounding name with historical depth.
Pronounced AR-nee.
As of October 2026, Arnie ranked #6171 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #866 in 1910.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
World rankings
Arnie for boys
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Arnie on lists
Famous Arnies
- Arnold Martin "Arnie" Kavalee (b.2017)Boy
son of Tiffiny Hall & Ed Kavalee
Arnie in pop culture
- Arnie GrapeBoy
played by Leonardo DiCaprio, from "What's Eating Gilbert Grape"
- Arnie CopelandBoy
from movie "My Blueberry Nights"