Arlen
girl name#5554 in 2025Arlen entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2448 in 1937, ranks #5554 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#5554
rank today
#2448
peak (1937)
22
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4809 |
| 1920s | #5003 |
| 1930s | #3345 |
| 1940s | #4837 |
| 1950s | #5461 |
| 1960s | #5273 |
| 1970s | #8996 |
| 1980s | #8232 |
| 1990s | #6891 |
| 2000s | #5973 |
| 2010s | #7579 |
| 2020s | #5949 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Arlen has been most popular in TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Arlen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlen alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arlen in 2025?
- Arlen ranks #5554 among US girl names in 2025, with 22 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlen most popular?
- Arlen peaked in 1937, reaching #2448 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Arlen with classmates?
- Arlen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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