Arlena
Arlena is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Pledge, oath, or woman from Magdala.
Origin and history
Arlena is a feminine name considered a variant of Arlene or a blend influenced by names like Lena and Charlene. It traces back ultimately to Germanic elements meaning 'pledge' or Hebrew roots associated with Magdala. In the United States, it has been a rare given name throughout history.
Popularity in the United States
2,830 babies in the United States have been named Arlena since 1880. It ranks #3334 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2049.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.1 %)
- MS (21.6 %)
- GA (15.3 %)
- AL (7.5 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 26 |
| 1890-1900 | 76 |
| 1900-1910 | 140 |
| 1910-1920 | 305 |
| 1920-1930 | 384 |
| 1930-1940 | 292 |
| 1940-1950 | 229 |
| 1950-1960 | 211 |
| 1960-1970 | 234 |
| 1970-1980 | 225 |
| 1980-1990 | 202 |
| 1990-2000 | 249 |
| 2000-2010 | 113 |
| 2010-2019 | 92 |
| 2020-2029 | 52 |
Nicknames
Arly, Lena
Fun facts
- Arlena developed as an elaborated variation of Arlene during the early 20th century.