Erline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Erline has its roots in Old English, meaning 'noble' or 'honorable.' It evolved from historical forms like Erlin and Earle. Its traits include elegance and uniqueness, and it lacks significant biblical relevance.
The name Erline is most popular in South Carolina, 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, Erline 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, 'Erline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1056th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1522nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3597th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Erline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Erline"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrlaɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Erline is believed to derive from the Old English word 'ear,' meaning 'honor' or 'noble.' It may also be influenced by the feminine name 'Erlin,' which is a diminutive form of 'Erle' or 'Earl.'
Meaning
noble, honorable
Language Evolution
Erlin, Earle, Erline
Historical Usage
Erline has been used sporadically since the 19th century, but it gained more recognition in the 20th century as a unique feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Earlene, Erlin, Erla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Erline is perceived as a unique and vintage name, often associated with elegance and nobility. It is not widely popular, making it stand out.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Erline"
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 "Erline"
"Erline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1056th of 9107 | 865 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1522nd of 9204 | 486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3597th of 12526 | 213 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Erline" 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 "Erline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
- |
32.54% 770th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
63.32% 1490th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/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 "Erline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Erline" 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.