Arlyn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-lin / ˈɑːr.lɪnEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: noble; Irish: pledge
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Arlyn is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Arlene, which has roots in Irish and English. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females. Its usage has fluctuated over the years, reflecting broader naming trends.
Trend Summary
The name Arlyn has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Arlen
- Arlene
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Arlyn was first seen in the United States in 1912. Arlyn has ranked as high as #801 nationally, which occurred in 1939, and has been most popular in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Arlyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Arlyn (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 22 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 35 |
| 1930 | 34 |
| 1931 | 36 |
| 1932 | 40 |
| 1933 | 39 |
| 1934 | 53 |
| 1935 | 36 |
| 1936 | 48 |
| 1937 | 38 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 66 |
| 1940 | 47 |
| 1941 | 49 |
| 1942 | 48 |
| 1943 | 41 |
| 1944 | 37 |
| 1945 | 41 |
| 1946 | 50 |
| 1947 | 48 |
| 1948 | 36 |
| 1949 | 38 |
| 1950 | 37 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 34 |
| 1953 | 32 |
| 1954 | 35 |
| 1955 | 29 |
| 1956 | 44 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 33 |
| 1959 | 39 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 24 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 14 |