Arleta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arleta originates from Latin, meaning noble or honorable. It evolved from historical forms such as Arletus and Arnoldus. The name is connected to positive traits such as nobility and honor. There is no biblical relevance associated with Arleta. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is currently viewed as a unique and elegant choice.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arleta"
Pronunciation
/ɑrˈleɪtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Arleta is believed to derive from the Latin word 'arletus', which means 'noble' or 'honorable'. It is often interpreted as a feminine form of the name Arnold.
Meaning
noble, honorable
Language Evolution
Arleta, Arletus, Arnoldus
Historical Usage
Arleta gained popularity in the early 20th century as a feminine given name in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlet, Arletta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arleta is perceived as a unique and elegant name, though it is not among the most common names today.
Famous People
Arleta L. O'Connor, Arleta H. R. Kauffman
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 1932
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Oregon
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arleta"
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 "Arleta"
"Arleta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2264th of 9107 | 267 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1698th of 9204 | 414 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3133rd of 12526 | 268 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8962nd of 19264 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20144th of 27321 | 17 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Arleta" 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 "Arleta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
94.89% 2245th/2366 |
75.39% 861st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
- |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arleta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arleta" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Arleta" in the United States
The name Arleta is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Arleta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arleta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2264th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1698th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3133rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8962nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20144th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arleta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.