Arlyn
boy name#5608 in 2025Arlyn entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #738 in 1939, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#5608
rank today
#738
peak (1939)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2929 |
| 1920s | #1772 |
| 1930s | #999 |
| 1940s | #1024 |
| 1950s | #1276 |
| 1960s | #1999 |
| 1970s | #2529 |
| 1980s | #4903 |
| 1990s | #7088 |
| 2000s | #9602 |
| 2010s | #7661 |
| 2020s | #6839 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Arlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arlyn alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arlyn in 2025?
- Arlyn ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arlyn most popular?
- Arlyn peaked in 1939, reaching #738 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Arlyn with classmates?
- Arlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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