Arlean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arlean is a name of Latin origin, stemming from the word 'Aurelianus', which means 'golden'. It evolved through various historical forms before settling into its modern iteration. The name is associated with positive traits such as wealth and brightness, and it has no significant biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is seen as unique and elegant today.
The name Arlean is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arlean has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Arlean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1315th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1467th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2289th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Arlean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arlean"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈliːən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Arlean is derived from the Latin name 'Aurelianus', which means 'golden' or 'gilded'. It is associated with the Latin word 'aureus', meaning 'gold'.
Meaning
golden, gilded
Language Evolution
Aurelianus, Aureliana, Arleana, Arlean
Historical Usage
The name Arlean gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a feminine form of names derived from Aurelius.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlene, Arlena, Aurelia, Aurelie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arlean is viewed as a unique and elegant name, appreciated for its melodic sound and positive connotations associated with wealth and brightness.
Famous People
Arlean Miller, an influential author known for her work in literature, Arlean Johnson, a celebrated artist recognized for her contributions to modern art
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arlean"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arlean"
"Arlean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1315th of 9107 | 617 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1467th of 9204 | 512 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2289th of 12526 | 445 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Arlean" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arlean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
73.75% 1017th/1379 |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
56.86% 1338th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
55.28% 1577th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arlean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arlean" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.