Arrow

Unisex

Arrow has been given to 2,575 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 2018.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,575

Peak year

2018 (283 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1971

10-year trend

▼ -29%

Gender split

33% girls / 67% boys

Names one letter away from Arrow — alternate spellings parents actually use.

8,249 babies since 1900

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Arrow.

2,573 babies since 1972

2,572 babies since 1989

2,571 babies since 1972

2,590 babies since 1994

2,558 babies since 1970

2,594 babies since 1981

2,552 babies since 1959

2,545 babies since 2000

How popular is the name Arrow?

Arrow has been given to 2,575 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Arrow peak?

Arrow peaked in 2018, when 283 babies were given the name.

Is Arrow a girl or boy name?

Arrow is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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