Holding steady.
Popularity of Erleen since 1915
Babies named Erleen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 28 |
| 1920s | 85 |
| 1930s | 68 |
| 1940s | 49 |
| 1950s | 30 |
| 1960s | 13 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Erleen is a rare given name that appeared in U.S. records in 1915 and reached its peak popularity in 1919, though it never entered the top 1000. Its usage has been sporadic since, with a stable trajectory in recent decades. The name is most likely an American respelling of Irish-derived names like Arlene, reflecting early 20th-century trends of adapting and feminizing Hibernian names. The exact meaning remains unclear, but its melodic sound and historical brevity make it a distinctive choice for those seeking a name with vintage charm and Irish roots.
Erleen is most likely a respelling or variant of Arlene or Irlene, which themselves are Anglicized forms of the Irish name Éibhleann (often anglicized as Eileen). The root Éibhleann is of debated meaning, possibly derived from Old Irish 'óiph' (beauty, radiance) or a diminutive of 'eibh' (yew tree). The name Erleen saw modest use in the early 20th century in the United States, particularly around 1919, before declining.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Erl, Lena, Erie
Sibling names for Erleen
Names that share Erleen's style, for a brother or sister.
