Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arlie originates from Old English, meaning 'eagle meadow'. It has evolved through various forms over time. Arlie is often perceived as a warm and friendly name, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is still used today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɑrli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Arlie is derived from Old English elements meaning 'eagle' and 'meadow'. It combines the imagery of strength and nature.
Meaning
eagle meadow
Language Evolution
Arlie, Arli, Arleigh, Arligh
Historical Usage
Arlie gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlie, Arli, Arleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arlie is seen as a charming and unique name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Arlie Russell Hochschild, Arlie D. M. McCulloch
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 249 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 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) | Boy | 500th of 7545 | 2,401 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 579th of 6773 | 1,913 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 944th of 7552 | 1,187 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1779th of 10718 | 408 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4156th of 16616 | 191 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7684th of 24088 | 138 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6091st of 23106 | 170 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 985th of 9107 | 972 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1798th of 9204 | 379 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4671st of 12526 | 135 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15428th of 19264 | 12 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10321st of 27321 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8127th of 35406 | 215 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3773rd of 30306 | 485 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
37.99% 538th/1416 |
- |
15.68% 371st/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.81% 600th/1546 |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
19.97% 470th/2353 |
62.51% 967th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
44.05% 981st/2227 |
- |
29.76% 849th/2853 |
44.25% 1228th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.25% 1417th/2937 |
- |
57.82% 2034th/3518 |
- |
| 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) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
83.39% 1150th/1379 |
41.08% 972nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.13% 2003rd/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
- |
63.03% 4300th/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
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 West Virginia across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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 male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 500th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 579th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 944th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1779th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4156th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6091st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 985th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1798th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4671st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15428th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8127th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3773rd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.