NAME PROFILE
Arlene
Arlene is a name of French origin meaning 'oath' or 'pledge.' It carries a sense of loyalty and commitment, often reflecting a nurturing personality. The name is elegant and timeless, suggesting a person who is both graceful and dependable.
Key Stats
| Total births | 143,371 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1934 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 21%TX — 21%CA — 20%IL — 19%PA — 18%
Notable People
Arlene Foster (Politician, former First Minister of Northern Ireland) · Arlene Phillips (Choreographer and television personality) · Arlene Golonka (Actress, known for *Mayberry R.F.D.*) · Arlene Davidson (Author and journalist) · Arlene Hunt (Author, known for her crime novels)
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