Arlie

Meaning promise, pledge
Origin English
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Arlie
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ar-lie

About Arlie

Arlie captures something wonderfully unexpected—a name that feels simultaneously vintage and modern, familiar yet uncommon. Its brevity works in its favor, offering a crisp, clean sound that's easy to remember without being simplistic. The name carries an artistic, slightly bohemian quality, suggesting creativity and free-spiritedness without being overtly unconventional. Arlie's gender-neutral leaning provides flexibility while still working beautifully for a girl, part of a broader movement toward names that transcend traditional boundaries. The soft "r" and "l" sounds give it a gentle, approachable character, while the "-ie" ending adds a touch of playfulness and youth. This name doesn't demand attention through complexity or ornamentation; instead, it draws you in through understated charm and authenticity. Arlie suits parents seeking something off the beaten path, a name that suggests individuality without trying too hard, that feels genuine rather than manufactured, and that offers their daughter a distinctive identity built on simplicity and quiet confidence.

Variations of Name Arlie

Arleigh
Arlea
Arley
Ashley
Amber
Amanda
Allison

Nicknames for Arlie

Ari
Arl
Arls
Lie
Arlie
Arlie

Famous People Named Arlie

Arlie Russell HochschildAmerican sociologist and author
Arlie HoneycuttContestant on "Big Brother" - Season 20
Arlie CarterRenowned Canadian artist
Arlie LathamEarly American baseball player
Arlie MucksAustralian cricketer
Arlie R. SlabaughAmerican botanist and educator

Characters Named Arlie

Arlie SumarielCharacter in "The Summoner" series by Gail Z. Martin
Arlie HornerCharacter in the "Saratoga" series by Stephen Dobyns
Arlie ProsserCharacter in the "Cape Refuge" series by Terri Blackstock

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Amiyah
Amaya
Ailani
Aniyah
Arianna
Alicia
Ari
Alora
Alina
Adelina