Arlet
Arlet is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Eagle, or noble rock; related to the Germanic roots underlying Arlette.
Origin and history
Arlet is a variant spelling of Arlette, a French name derived from Germanic roots associated with eagles or nobility. In the United States, it has seen a modern surge in usage as a sleek, contemporary choice for girls. It offers a soft, two-syllable sound with an international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,346 babies in the United States have been named Arlet since 1880. It ranks #3067 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #782.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.5 %)
- TX (22.3 %)
- NY (8.9 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- NJ (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 25 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 38 |
| 1990-2000 | 114 |
| 2000-2010 | 408 |
| 2010-2019 | 712 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,032 |
Fun facts
- Arlet derives from the older French name Arlette, historically associated with Herleva, the mother of William the Conqueror.
- The vast majority of U.S. birth records for the name Arlet have occurred since 2020.