Arlyne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arlyne is an English name derived from the Irish name Eibhlín, meaning 'bright, shining light'. It has evolved through several forms, including Arlene, and is characterized by its associations with charm and elegance. There is no significant biblical relevance. The name saw a rise in popularity in the mid-20th century and remains a classic choice today.
The name Arlyne is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Arlyne has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arlyne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1406th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1467th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3778th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17545th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11500th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17425th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arlyne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arlyne"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrliːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Arlyne is a variant of the name Arlene, which is derived from the Irish name Eibhlín, meaning 'bright, shining light' or 'radiance'.
Meaning
bright, shining light
Language Evolution
Eibhlín, Arlene, Arlyne
Historical Usage
Arlyne gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a feminine given name, often associated with charm and elegance.
Variants & Derivatives
Arlene, Arlyn, Arlynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arlyne is perceived as a classic and elegant name, though it is less common than its variants.
Famous People
Arlyne Roth, Arlyne Johnson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arlyne"
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 "Arlyne"
"Arlyne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1406th of 9107 | 554 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1467th of 9204 | 512 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3778th of 12526 | 196 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11500th of 35406 | 127 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17425th of 30306 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Arlyne" 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 "Arlyne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
59.32% 840th/1416 |
59.90% 826th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.98% 1020th/1546 |
56.23% 875th/1556 |
- |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
65.34% 4876th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arlyne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arlyne" 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.