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Arlie

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Pronounced AHR-lee /ΛˆΙ‘ΙΉ.li/Medium

Meaning: Origin uncertainMedium

In 30 seconds: Arlie is an English name of uncertain origin, used as a soft, casual form linked to Arlene.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningOrigin uncertain
U.S. rank (2024)#2768 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births61 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 2,522

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 192118832024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

The origin of Arlie is uncertain, with no fixed root in the data. It connects to the name Arlene, its one recorded variation, and works as a relaxed, short-sounding form.

The -ie ending lends it an easygoing, nickname-like feel. The bearer recorded under the name, Arlie Schardt, shows it has also seen use beyond a single gender.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Arlie is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Arlie β€” etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration β€” 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

Arlene

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Arlie Schardt (1895–1980)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.

If you like Arlie…

Arleneβ€” The fuller related form of Arlie, listed as its only variation.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Arlie mean?

Arlie is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Arlie?

It's commonly said AHR-lee /ΛˆΙ‘ΙΉ.li/.

Is Arlie a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Arlie is used as a girl name.

How popular is Arlie?

In 2024, Arlie ranked #2768 in the U.S. for girls, with 61 births recorded.