Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
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
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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
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
40.91% 968th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
67.57% 1590th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
79.87% 3230th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - |
51.75% 3269th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Mississippi across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1154th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1504th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2390th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3081st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4013th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9099th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10179th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.