Boy Name · English Origin
Arnett
Arnett is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Little eagle". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Arnett often also consider Arnita.
Arnett meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Little eagle
Origin: English naming roots help connect Arnett to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Arnett as A·R·N·E·T·T, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Arnett is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Arnett variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Arnetta, Arnette, Arnetty, Arnet.
- Nicknames: Arn and A.
- Middle names: Pair Arnett with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Arnett middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Arnita, Armida, Arnette, Arman, Arnold — full picks on the sibling names for Arnett guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Arnett? Browse our names like Arnett guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Arnett
What does the name Arnett mean?
Arnett means "Little eagle" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Arnett?
Arnett originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Arnett?
Arnett has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Arnett a boy's or girl's name?
Arnett is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Arnett in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Arnett sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Arnett?
Names that share Arnett's sound and style include Arnita, Armida, Arnette, Arman, Arnold.
What middle names pair well with Arnett?
Good middle-name fits for Arnett pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Arnett is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Arnett is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Arnett?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Arnett share its rhythm without rhyming — Arnita, Armida, Arnette all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.