Holding steady.
Popularity of Scharlene since 1928
Babies named Scharlene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1948, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Scharlene's real moment was 1937.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 25 |
| 1940s | 67 |
| 1950s | 51 |
| 1960s | 17 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Scharlene is a rare feminine name that emerged in the early 20th century. First recorded in 1928, it saw its highest usage in 1937, but has never been common. The name's trajectory has been stable but with very low usage, and it has not experienced a revival. Scharlene appears to be a blend or variant of more established names like Charlene, Sharon, and Marlene, reflecting a trend of creating unique feminine names in the mid-20th century. Despite its rarity, Scharlene has a simple, pleasant sound and offers a distinctive choice. It has not been associated with any particular state or region.
Scharlene is a modern invented name, likely a variant of Charlene or a combination of Sharon and Marlene. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1928 and saw modest use in the 1930s, with its peak in 1937. The name has never been common and has remained rare since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Charlie, Lena, Shar
Sibling names for Scharlene
Names that share Scharlene's style, for a brother or sister.
