Harleen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Harleen is a modern English name that combines elements suggesting strength and delicacy. It has evolved from names like Harley and Harlene. The name does not have biblical roots and gained popularity in the 20th century, influenced by media. It is perceived as contemporary and feminine, with notable associations in popular culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Harleen"
Pronunciation
/hɑːrˈliːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Harleen is a modern name that combines the elements 'Har', which is often associated with 'army' or 'warrior', and 'leen', which is derived from 'lena', meaning 'light' or 'delicate'.
Meaning
army, light, delicate
Language Evolution
Harley, Harlene, Harleen
Historical Usage
Harleen began to gain popularity in the 20th century, possibly influenced by fictional characters and pop culture references.
Variants & Derivatives
Harley, Harlene, Lee
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Harleen is seen as modern and feminine, often associated with strength and delicacy.
Famous People
Harleen Quinzel (fictional character from DC Comics), Harleen S. B. Dyer (a notable figure in contemporary literature)
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Harleen Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 119 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Harleen"
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 "Harleen"
"Harleen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4737th of 9204 | 63 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10657th of 12526 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10575th of 27321 | 86 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4476th of 35406 | 480 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2600th of 30306 | 812 |
Regional Popularity of "Harleen" 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 "Harleen" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
61.33% 3167th/5164 |
- |
25.81% 1926th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.86% 2624th/3984 |
56.10% 2517th/4487 |
46.63% 3181st/6822 |
25.69% 1612th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Harleen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Harleen" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Harleen" in the United States
The name Harleen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Harleen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Harleen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4737th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10657th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10575th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4476th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2600th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Harleen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.