Arlington Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arlington is derived from Old English, meaning 'settlement of the people of Ealdhere'. Its evolution includes historical forms like Ealdhere's tun and Arlingtun. The name is associated with a significant American locale, particularly Arlington National Cemetery, which has shaped its modern perception as a place of honor and remembrance.
The name Arlington is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Arlington has been stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Arlington' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1285th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1775th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2475th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4153rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5720th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10204th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5713th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26979th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11629th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arlington' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arlington"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrlɪŋtən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Arlington derives from a place name meaning 'the estate associated with a man named Ealdhere' in Old English. The suffix 'ton' means 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
settlement of the people of Ealdhere
Language Evolution
Ealdhere's tun, Arlingtun, Arlington
Historical Usage
Arlington gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly with the establishment of Arlington National Cemetery in 1864, which contributed to its recognition.
Variants & Derivatives
Arling, Arlinton
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Arlington is often associated with its proximity to Washington, D.C., and is seen as a vibrant urban area with a rich history and diverse population.
Famous People
Arlington National Cemetery's founders and notable figures buried there, Various U.S. Congress members from Arlington
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arlington"
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 "Arlington"
"Arlington" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1285th of 7545 | 504 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1775th of 6773 | 303 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2475th of 7552 | 207 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4153rd of 10718 | 100 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5720th of 16616 | 115 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10204th of 24088 | 82 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5713th of 23106 | 186 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26979th of 35406 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11629th of 30306 | 92 |
Regional Popularity of "Arlington" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
39.96% 551st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
52.70% 820th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
- | - |
| 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 "Arlington" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arlington"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arlington" 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.