Arlette
Arlette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Free man, noble, or eagle; uncertain ancient Germanic roots related to Charles or Herleva.
Origin and history
Arlette is a feminine given name of French and Germanic origin, historically tied to Herleva (Arlette), the mother of William the Conqueror. The name gained initial visibility in the mid-20th century and has seen a notable resurgence in contemporary U.S. birth records. It offers a chic, classic French aesthetic with a distinctive soft cadence.
Popularity in the United States
8,109 babies in the United States have been named Arlette since 1880. It ranks #1854 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #704.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32 %)
- TX (29.3 %)
- NY (7.5 %)
- AZ (5.9 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 61 |
| 1920-1930 | 237 |
| 1930-1940 | 241 |
| 1940-1950 | 308 |
| 1950-1960 | 382 |
| 1960-1970 | 399 |
| 1970-1980 | 199 |
| 1980-1990 | 220 |
| 1990-2000 | 415 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,415 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,883 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,349 |
Famous people named Arlette
- Arlette Poirier: actress
Nicknames
Arlie, Lettie
Fun facts
- Historically, Arlette (Herleva) was the mother of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy and King of England.
- The name has experienced a rise in popularity in the United States during the 2020s.