Erlene
Erlene is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Nobelwoman, warrior, or lady of high status.
Origin and history
Erlene is a feminine variant of Earl, derived from the Old English word 'eorl', meaning nobleman or warrior. It saw modest usage in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century but is now rarely given to newborns. Today, it retains a classic, vintage American appeal.
Popularity in the United States
2,332 babies in the United States have been named Erlene since 1880. It ranks #3648 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.8 %)
- TX (14.5 %)
- NC (12.6 %)
- GA (10.1 %)
- MS (9.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 27 |
| 1910-1920 | 287 |
| 1920-1930 | 557 |
| 1930-1940 | 578 |
| 1940-1950 | 420 |
| 1950-1960 | 282 |
| 1960-1970 | 110 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 43 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Created as a feminine elaboration of the noble title and given name Earl.
- Most historical uses of Erlene in the United States occurred in the early to mid-20th century.