Holding steady.
Popularity of Earlee since 1914
Babies named Earlee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 32 | 10 |
| 1920s | 72 | 19 |
| 1930s | 25 | 15 |
| 1940s | 5 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Earlee is a rare American given name that first appeared in official records in 1914. It peaked in popularity in 1923, when it was most frequently given to newborns during the early 20th century. Despite a brief period of use, the name has remained obscure and never entered the top 1000. Its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with little variation in usage. As a variant spelling of Early, Earlee shares the meaning 'timely' but has not achieved the same level of adoption. It is not associated with any particular state or region in the United States, reflecting its sparse and scattered usage. Today, Earlee is virtually unheard of, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking an uncommon vintage name.
Earlee is a variant spelling of the name Early, which derives from the Old English word 'ærlice', meaning 'early' or 'timely'. It may have originated as a nickname for someone who was an early riser or punctual. The name was occasionally used as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Early
Sibling names for Earlee
Names that share Earlee's style, for a brother or sister.
