How popular is the name Arnett in 2025?

Arnett is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Arnett most popular?

Arnett peaked in 1897, reaching #652 among US boy names.

Arnett will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Arnett entered the US charts in 1893, peaked at #652 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#652

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Arnett are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Arnett alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Arnett in 2025?: Arnett is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Arnett most popular?: Arnett peaked in 1897, reaching #652 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Arnett with classmates?: Arnett will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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