Pearlene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pearlene is a modern English name that combines the concept of a fruit with a feminine suffix. Its meaning is associated with being fruitful and precious. The name has evolved from earlier forms like Pearl and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It carries a sense of warmth and charm in contemporary perception, though it lacks significant biblical relevance.
The name Pearlene is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Pearlene has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Pearlene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1654th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1082nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1866th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9990th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Pearlene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pearlene"
Pronunciation
/ˈpɜrˌliːn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Pearlene is a modern invented name that combines the word 'pear,' which is a fruit, with the suffix '-lene,' which is commonly used in feminine names.
Meaning
fruitful, precious
Language Evolution
Pearl, Pearlene
Historical Usage
Pearlene gained popularity in the mid-20th century as part of a trend of creating unique feminine names by modifying existing ones.
Variants & Derivatives
Pearl, Pearlie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Pearlene is viewed as a unique and slightly vintage name, often associated with warmth and charm.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pearlene"
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 of "Pearlene"
"Pearlene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1654th of 9107 | 429 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1082nd of 9204 | 861 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1866th of 12526 | 622 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9990th of 19264 | 46 |
Regional Popularity of "Pearlene" by Generation for 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 of "Pearlene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
50.42% 1193rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
31.28% 736th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
47.07% 1343rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pearlene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pearlene" 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.