Arlan Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Arlan Name at a Glance

Name	Arlan
Meaning	Variant of Arlen: Gaelic word meaning 'pledge; promise; oath'.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Arlan Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Arlan means “Variant of Arlen: Gaelic word meaning 'pledge; promise; oath”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Arlan Name Origin

Our database records Arlan under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Arlan a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Arlan is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Arlan

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