Earleen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Earleen originates from the Old English term for 'Earl', meaning noblewoman. The name has evolved through historical forms like Earl and Earle. It is perceived as elegant and unique, with no biblical significance. Its popularity rose in the 20th century, and it has several common variants.
The name Earleen is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West 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, Earleen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Earleen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1878th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1406th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8267th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24560th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Earleen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Earleen"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrlin/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Earleen is a feminine form derived from the Old English name 'Earl', which originally referred to a chief or nobleman. The suffix '-een' is a diminutive form often used to indicate affection or smallness.
Meaning
noblewoman
Language Evolution
Earl, Earle, Earleen
Historical Usage
The name Earleen has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a fashionable variation of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Earl, Earle, Earlene, Earlina
Modern Popularity & Image
Earleen is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and nobility.
Famous People
Earleen O'Brien, a notable community leader, Earleen Smith, a recognized author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Earleen"
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 "Earleen"
"Earleen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1878th of 9107 | 352 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1406th of 9204 | 555 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2170th of 12526 | 495 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8267th of 19264 | 70 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Earleen" 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 "Earleen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
67.58% 1599th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
77.52% 1824th/2353 |
63.41% 981st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Earleen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Earleen" 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.