Arlan
boy name#2390 in 2025Arlan entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #625 in 1936, ranks #2390 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#2390
rank today
#625
peak (1936)
57
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2169 |
| 1920s | #1469 |
| 1930s | #818 |
| 1940s | #841 |
| 1950s | #1037 |
| 1960s | #1454 |
| 1970s | #2547 |
| 1980s | #3662 |
| 1990s | #5639 |
| 2000s | #5970 |
| 2010s | #4262 |
| 2020s | #2840 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Arlan has been most popular in PA, CA, IN.
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Arlan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlan alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arlan in 2025?
- Arlan ranks #2390 among US boy names in 2025, with 57 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlan most popular?
- Arlan peaked in 1936, reaching #625 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arlan with classmates?
- Arlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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