Arimo font pairings
Fonts that go with Arimo — live previews, pairing ideas and free embed code.
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Arimo is a free sans serif typeface designed by Steve Matteson, added to Google Fonts in 2026.
It comes in 4 weights with matching italics, and is a variable font with a weight axis.
It is the #9 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts and supports Cyrillic, Cyrillic Extended, Greek, Hebrew and Latin characters.
With 4 weights, Arimo is versatile enough for headings, interface text and body copy.
Fonts that pair well with Arimo
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Playfair Display's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Arimo's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Bitter's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Arimo's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A classic contrast: Newsreader's serifs give headlines an editorial, trustworthy voice while Arimo's clean shapes keep body text easy to scan on screens.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Arimo keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Merriweather's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Arimo keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Roboto Slab's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Black Ops One is a display face with strong personality — use it big and sparingly.
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How to use Arimo on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arimo free for commercial use?
Yes. Arimo is distributed through Google Fonts under an open-source licence, so you can use it for free in personal and commercial projects, including websites, apps, logos and print.
What fonts go well with Arimo?
Good matches for Arimo include Playfair Display, Bitter, Newsreader and Merriweather. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Arimo a variable font?
Yes. Arimo is a variable font with a weight (400–700) axis.
Who designed Arimo?
Arimo was designed by Steve Matteson.