Arlene
girl name#1631 in 2025Arlene entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #53 in 1934, ranks #1631 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1888–2025
#1631
rank today
#53
peak (1934)
127
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1087 |
| 1890s | #646 |
| 1900s | #389 |
| 1910s | #205 |
| 1920s | #121 |
| 1930s | #69 |
| 1940s | #101 |
| 1950s | #170 |
| 1960s | #267 |
| 1970s | #447 |
| 1980s | #546 |
| 1990s | #685 |
| 2000s | #960 |
| 2010s | #1472 |
| 2020s | #1718 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Arlene has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 72,000 people named Arlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlene alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arlene in 2025?
- Arlene ranks #1631 among US girl names in 2025, with 127 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlene most popular?
- Arlene peaked in 1934, reaching #53 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Arlene with classmates?
- Arlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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