Arnold

Meaning & origin

The male first name Arnold originates from Old High German and means "strong eagle". The name is composed of the words "arn" for eagle and "wald" for strong. In Germanic mythology, the eagle was a symbol of strength and power, emphasizing the meaning of the name. The name Arnold was already popular in the Middle Ages and is still widespread in many European countries today.

First names similar to Arnold

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Famous people with the first name Arnold

• Arnold Schwarzenegger Actor
• Benedict Arnold Writer
• Brad Arnold Singer
• Trent Alexander-Arnold English footballer
• Leslie Arnold Person
• Tichina Arnold American film actress

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