Arletha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arletha is an American name thought to derive from a combination of 'Arlene' and 'Letha'. It means 'Eagle' and has evolved from similar names over time. The name reflects a modern take on traditional naming conventions and has a positive image today, often linked with creativity. There is no biblical significance associated with it.
The name Arletha is most popular in North Carolina, 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, Arletha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Arletha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1953rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1829th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2014th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3340th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Arletha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arletha"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈliːθə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Arletha is believed to be a modern variation that combines elements from the names 'Arlene' and 'Letha', reflecting a unique blend of sounds and influences.
Meaning
Eagle
Language Evolution
Arlene, Letha, Arlitha
Historical Usage
Arletha emerged as a name in the 20th century, gaining popularity primarily in the United States during the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlene, Lea, Letha
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Arletha is seen as a unique and distinctive name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Arletha McCoy, an American educator and community leader.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arletha"
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 "Arletha"
"Arletha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1953rd of 9107 | 332 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1829th of 9204 | 367 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2014th of 12526 | 561 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3340th of 19264 | 318 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Arletha" 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 "Arletha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
57.23% 1354th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
56.86% 1338th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
56.85% 1622nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
79.43% 2333rd/2937 |
- |
93.83% 3301st/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arletha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arletha" 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.