Arlie
Arlie is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare wood, eagle wood, or clearing.
Origin and history
Arlie is an English name derived from a surname and place name, historically meaning 'hare wood' or 'eagle wood'. It was moderately popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States and remains a gentle, vintage choice today. Modern usage is relatively rare, giving it a distinct retro appeal.
Popularity in the United States
6,712 babies in the United States have been named Arlie since 1880. It ranks #1473 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1832.
States where it is most popular
- KY (19.7 %)
- WV (13.9 %)
- TN (11 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- OK (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 94 |
| 1890-1900 | 178 |
| 1900-1910 | 237 |
| 1910-1920 | 961 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,486 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,087 |
| 1940-1950 | 899 |
| 1950-1960 | 611 |
| 1960-1970 | 396 |
| 1970-1980 | 231 |
| 1980-1990 | 139 |
| 1990-2000 | 99 |
| 2000-2010 | 77 |
| 2010-2019 | 122 |
| 2020-2029 | 95 |
Famous people named Arlie
- Arlie Schardt: Athlete, Olympic Champion
Fun facts
- The name originally denoted someone living near a woodland clearing inhabited by hares or eagles.
- Arlie experienced its highest relative popularity in the U.S. around the early 1900s.