Arlyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arlyn is an American English name that combines elements from Arlene and Lynn, meaning 'oath' or 'pledge.' It has evolved from these historical forms and reflects a modern naming trend. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it has no biblical relevance.
The name Arlyn is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Arlyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, 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 female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arlyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2213th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1018th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1318th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2483rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6951st 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 6920th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3058th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2264th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3455th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5618th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5338th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3229th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3690th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arlyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arlyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑr.lɪn/
Origin
American English
Etymology
The name Arlyn is derived from a combination of the names Arlene and Lynn. It is often seen as a modern creation that blends various name elements.
Meaning
oath, pledge
Language Evolution
Arlene, Lynn
Historical Usage
Arlyn began to gain popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlene, Lyn, Arly
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arlyn is viewed as a unique and feminine name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Arlyn W. H. S. Browne - American artist, Arlyn A. M. B. C. N. J. - American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arlyn"
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 "Arlyn"
"Arlyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2213th of 7545 | 216 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1018th of 6773 | 751 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1318th of 7552 | 652 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2483rd of 10718 | 245 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6951st of 16616 | 79 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10204th of 24088 | 82 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6920th of 23106 | 140 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3058th of 9107 | 159 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2264th of 9204 | 261 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3455th of 12526 | 227 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5618th of 19264 | 142 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5338th of 27321 | 253 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3229th of 35406 | 763 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3690th of 30306 | 503 |
Regional Popularity of "Arlyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
57.34% 812th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
30.40% 470th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.94% 689th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arlyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
40.40% 2552nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
56.89% 2938th/5164 |
41.69% 3049th/7313 |
23.94% 1787th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
72.81% 3267th/4487 |
57.99% 3956th/6822 |
38.42% 2411th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arlyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arlyn" 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.