Arling
boy nameArling entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2926 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2926
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3456 |
| 1920s | #3537 |
| 1930s | #3642 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Arling are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Arling alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arling in 2025?
- Arling is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Arling most popular?
- Arling peaked in 1916, reaching #2926 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arling with classmates?
- Arling will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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