Holding steady.
Popularity of Arlester since 1921
Babies named Arlester per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1948, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arlester's real moment was 1926.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 35 |
| 1930s | 34 |
| 1940s | 36 |
| 1950s | 28 |
| 1960s | 22 |
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Arlester is a rare first name that appeared in the early 20th century and saw its highest usage in 1926, the peak year. The name first recorded in 1921 and has remained consistently uncommon since, reflecting a stable trajectory with no revival. Its formation is typical of the era, combining popular name elements like Arlen and Lester to create a distinctive but obscure choice. Due to its scarcity, state-level data is unavailable for top states.
Arlester appears to be a compound coinage from the 1920s, blending names like Arlen (itself possibly from Gaelic 'alon' meaning 'pledge' or a variant of Alan) and Lester (from an English surname derived from Leicester). It may also have been inspired by Alistair, the Scottish form of Alexander. Its usage peaked in 1926 and remains rare, reflecting the trend of combining familiar name elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arlie, Arly, Les
Variants: Arlester
Sibling names for Arlester
Names that share Arlester's style, for a brother or sister.
