Arlie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Arlie originates from Old English, meaning 'eagle meadow'. It has evolved through various forms over time. Arlie is often perceived as a warm and friendly name, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is still used today.

The name Arlie is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Arlie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arlie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 500th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 579th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 944th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1779th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4156th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7684th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6091st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 985th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1798th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4671st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15428th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8127th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3773rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arlie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arlie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈɑrli/

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Origin

Old English

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Etymology

The name Arlie is derived from Old English elements meaning 'eagle' and 'meadow'. It combines the imagery of strength and nature.

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Meaning

eagle meadow

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Language Evolution

Arlie, Arli, Arleigh, Arligh

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Historical Usage

Arlie gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.

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Variants & Derivatives

Arlie, Arli, Arleigh

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Arlie is seen as a charming and unique name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.

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Famous People

Arlie Russell Hochschild, Arlie D. M. McCulloch

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arlie"

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 "Arlie"

"Arlie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 500th of 7545 2,401
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 579th of 6773 1,913
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 944th of 7552 1,187
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1779th of 10718 408
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4156th of 16616 191
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 7684th of 24088 138
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 6091st of 23106 170
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 985th of 9107 972
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1798th of 9204 379
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 4671st of 12526 135
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 15428th of 19264 12
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 10321st of 27321 90
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 8127th of 35406 215
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 3773rd of 30306 485

Regional Popularity of "Arlie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
37.99%
538th/1416
- 15.68%
371st/2366
85.99%
982nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
38.81%
600th/1546
78.86%
1227th/1556
19.97%
470th/2353
62.51%
967th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
44.05%
981st/2227
- 29.76%
849th/2853
44.25%
1228th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
48.25%
1417th/2937
- 57.82%
2034th/3518
-
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Arlie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
80.37%
1138th/1416
83.39%
1150th/1379
41.08%
972nd/2366
-
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 85.13%
2003rd/2353
-
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)
84.49%
3366th/3984
- 63.03%
4300th/6822
94.39%
5924th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Arlie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Arlie" 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.