Find out how popular the first name Arrow has been for the last 47 years (from 1977 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Arrow by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Arrow is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 66% of people named Arrow being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 114 male babies and 63 female babies born with the name Arrow.

The history of the first name Arrow

The name Arrow is an English word name derived from the projectile weapon used with a bow. It has its origins in the Old English word "arwe" or "arwe," which itself comes from the Proto-Germanic "arkhwo." The name likely emerged as a given name in the modern era, perhaps inspired by the symbolism of strength, speed, and precision associated with the arrow.

While the word "arrow" has ancient roots, there is little evidence of its use as a given name in historical records or literature until more recent times. It does not appear to have been a common name in ancient civilizations or found in religious texts or scriptures.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Arrow is Arrow Williams, a Native American activist and actor born in 1923. He was known for his work in promoting Native American rights and his roles in films such as "The Outlaw Josey Wales" and "Thunderheart."

Another notable person with the name Arrow is Arrow Auker, an American baseball player who pitched for the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox in the 1930s and 1940s. He was born in 1904 and played in the major leagues from 1933 to 1945.

In the realm of literature, Arrow is the name of a character in the science fiction novel "The Giver" by Lois Lowry, published in 1993. Arrow is a young girl in the dystopian society depicted in the book.

Arrow Betz is a contemporary American actor and musician, known for his roles in films such as "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" and the television series "Longmire." He was born in 1982.

Arrow Newer is a Canadian actress and model, born in 1988. She has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" alongside Arrow Betz.

It's worth noting that while the name Arrow has gained some popularity in recent times, it remains a relatively uncommon given name, particularly in comparison to more traditional names. Its usage reflects a modern trend towards unique and symbolic names inspired by natural elements or concepts.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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