Arnold from a Germanic name meaning "eagle power", derived from the elements arn "eagle" and wald "power". The Normans brought it to England, where it replaced the Old English cognate Earnweald. It died out as an English name after the Middle Ages, but it was revived in the 19th century.
Saintly namesake: Arnold Janssen was a German-Dutch priest who founded the Society of the Divine Word. He is remembered for his missionary work and dedication to education. (January 15 · 20th century)
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