Arnoldas is the Lithuanian form of Arnold. The name ultimately derives from a Germanic name composed of the elements arn "eagle" and walt "power, authority", giving the meaning "eagle power". Introduced to England by the Normans, Arnold replaced the Old English cognate Earnweald, though it eventually declined after the Middle Ages before being revived in the 19th century.In Lithuania, Arnoldas has been adopted as a vernacular adaptation of Arnold, fitting into the local language's phonetic patterns. The name is masculine and belongs to one of the oldest layers of Germanic-derived names in the Baltic region, reflecting historical contacts and cultural exchange.Notable BearersSeveral Lithuanian public figures bear the name Arnoldas, including Arnoldas Burkovskis (born 1967), a bank manager and politician; Arnoldas Kulboka (born 1998), a professional basketball player; and Arnoldas Lukošius (born 1967), a keyboardist. Outside Lithuania, the root name Arnold has been borne by figures such as Saint Arnold (8th-century musician in Charlemagne's court), Arnold of Brescia (12th-century monk), golfer Arnold Palmer, and actor-politician Arnold Schwarzenegger.VariantsThe name has a diminutive form, Arnas, and cognates in other languages, including Catalan Arnau, Polish Arnold, Dutch Arnoud/Arnout/Aart/Arend, and German Arend.Meaning: "eagle power"Origin: Germanic, via ArnoldType: Given nameUsage: LithuanianVariants: Arnas (diminutive)