Arlen
boy name#1585 in 2025Arlen entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #380 in 1934, ranks #1585 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1909–2025
#1585
rank today
#380
peak (1934)
107
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #1773 |
| 1920s | #1298 |
| 1930s | #441 |
| 1940s | #658 |
| 1950s | #665 |
| 1960s | #987 |
| 1970s | #1570 |
| 1980s | #1699 |
| 1990s | #2401 |
| 2000s | #3225 |
| 2010s | #2571 |
| 2020s | #1799 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Arlen has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Arlen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlen 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 Arlen in 2025?
- Arlen ranks #1585 among US boy names in 2025, with 107 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlen most popular?
- Arlen peaked in 1934, reaching #380 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arlen with classmates?
- Arlen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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