Erlene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Erlene is an Old English name derived from 'Earl', meaning noblewoman. It evolved from historical forms like Earl and Earlene. The name is associated with traits of nobility and strength, but it has no biblical relevance.
The name Erlene is most popular in Vermont, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, Erlene has been 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 female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Erlene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1153rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1006th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2151st 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 14555th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Erlene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Erlene"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrliːn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Erlene is derived from the Old English name 'Earl', which means 'nobleman' or 'warrior'. The suffix '-ene' is often used to form feminine names.
Meaning
noblewoman
Language Evolution
Earl, Earlene, Erlene
Historical Usage
Erlene gained popularity in the early 20th century as a feminine variation of the name Earl. It was used in English-speaking countries and has remained relatively uncommon.
Variants & Derivatives
Earl, Earlene, Erline
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Erlene is viewed as a vintage name that evokes a sense of classic elegance, though it is not widely used today.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Erlene"
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 "Erlene"
"Erlene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1153rd of 9107 | 753 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1006th of 9204 | 965 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2151st of 12526 | 501 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8267th of 19264 | 70 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Erlene" 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 "Erlene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
40.28% 953rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
82.15% 1270th/1546 |
80.59% 1254th/1556 |
52.78% 1242nd/2353 |
59.53% 921st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
85.12% 2362nd/2775 |
| 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 "Erlene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Erlene" 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.