Arleen
Arleen is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Pledge or oath.
Origin and history
Arleen is a variant of Arlene, which likely derives from the Irish Gaelic word for 'pledge' or 'oath', mixed with English suffix influences. It became popular in the United States during the mid-20th century as a gentle, feminine name. Today, it is used infrequently but remains a recognizable classic.
Popularity in the United States
12,611 babies in the United States have been named Arleen since 1880. It ranks #1434 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1893.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.3 %)
- CA (20.2 %)
- PA (6.3 %)
- NJ (6.2 %)
- WI (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 73 |
| 1910-1920 | 536 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,610 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,537 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,560 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,182 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,812 |
| 1970-1980 | 331 |
| 1980-1990 | 304 |
| 1990-2000 | 372 |
| 2000-2010 | 547 |
| 2010-2019 | 527 |
| 2020-2029 | 208 |
Famous people named Arleen
- Arleen Sorkin: Actress, Voice Actress
Nicknames
Arlie, Lena, Lee
Fun facts
- Arleen experienced its highest levels of popularity in the mid-20th century alongside similar names like Arlene and Charlene.
- Arleen is an alternative spelling of Arlene, derived from Irish Gaelic origins.