Erlene Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationER-leen / /ˈɜːrliːn/English; German
Meaning
English: noblewoman; German: derived from 'Erle' meaning 'alder tree'
Historical & Cultural Background
Erlene is a feminine name that has roots in both English and German cultures. It is often considered a variant of names like Earlene or Arlene. The name has been used in various forms throughout the 20th century, reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences.
Trend Summary
Erlene has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Earlene
- Arlene
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erlene was first seen in the United States in 1903. Erlene has ranked as high as #816 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Erlene has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erlene (1957)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 31 |
| 1915 | 39 |
| 1916 | 48 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 41 |
| 1919 | 43 |
| 1920 | 62 |
| 1921 | 61 |
| 1922 | 31 |
| 1923 | 54 |
| 1924 | 52 |
| 1925 | 62 |
| 1926 | 53 |
| 1927 | 64 |
| 1928 | 52 |
| 1929 | 66 |
| 1930 | 74 |
| 1931 | 60 |
| 1932 | 58 |
| 1933 | 70 |
| 1934 | 57 |
| 1935 | 45 |
| 1936 | 61 |
| 1937 | 57 |
| 1938 | 42 |
| 1939 | 54 |
| 1940 | 43 |
| 1941 | 46 |
| 1942 | 54 |
| 1943 | 37 |
| 1944 | 54 |
| 1945 | 35 |
| 1946 | 37 |
| 1947 | 42 |
| 1948 | 41 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 33 |
| 1951 | 35 |
| 1952 | 30 |
| 1953 | 35 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 28 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 25 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |