Earlean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Earlean originates from English, derived from the Old English 'earl' signifying 'nobleman', with the feminine suffix '-ene'. It evolved through historical forms like Earl and Earlene. The name means 'noblewoman' and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It is considered unique and elegant, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Earlean is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Earlean 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, 'Earlean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1268th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 920th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1735th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7786th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Earlean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Earlean"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜrliːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Earlean is believed to be a variant of the name Earlene, which is derived from the Old English word 'earl' meaning 'nobleman' or 'chief'. The suffix '-ene' is a diminutive or feminine form.
Meaning
noblewoman
Language Evolution
Earl, Earlene, Earlean
Historical Usage
The name Earlean gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and feminine variants of traditional male names.
Variants & Derivatives
Earlene, Earl, Earlina
Modern Popularity & Image
Earlean is viewed as a unique and elegant name. It carries connotations of nobility and femininity, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Earlean"
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 "Earlean"
"Earlean" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1268th of 9107 | 651 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 920th of 9204 | 1,151 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1735th of 12526 | 703 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7786th of 19264 | 80 |
Regional Popularity of "Earlean" 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 "Earlean" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
32.71% 774th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
23.76% 559th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
35.54% 1014th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Earlean"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Earlean" 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.