Girl · 1154th of 9,107
Arlena
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,822
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1919
Peak Popularity Year
60
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Arlena stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Arlena is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'oath' or 'promise'. It has evolved from names like Arlene and Arlina. The name is often associated with elegance and strength, and it gained popularity in the mid-20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈliːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Arlena is a feminine form derived from the name Arlen, which is believed to have roots in the Latin name 'Arlene' or 'Arlina', meaning 'oath' or 'promise'.
Meaning
oath, promise
Language Evolution
Arlene, Arlina, Arlena
Historical Usage
The name Arlena gained popularity in the mid-20th century, becoming especially common in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlene, Arlina, Arl
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arlena is viewed as a unique and modern name that carries a sense of elegance and strength.
Famous People
Arlena Alice, Arlena Smith
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 60 peak births in 1919
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 9 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1154th of 9107 | 752 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1504th of 9204 | 495 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2390th of 12526 | 418 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3081st of 19264 | 361 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4013th of 27321 | 379 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9099th of 35406 | 183 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10179th of 30306 | 115 |