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Arlin

♀ Girl

Pronounced AR-lin /ˈɑr.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: A short form/variant of Arlene, linked to a Germanic element for 'pledge; oath'; also used as a boy's name; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Pledge; oath: Arlin is a form of Arlene/Arlin. Warm and crisp (said 'AR-lin'). Routes layered.
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Origin LowGermanic, Modern coinage
MeaningA short form/variant of Arlene, linked to a Germanic element for 'pledge; oath'; also used as a boy's name; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#13370 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2002
Total births (all-time)≈ 812

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200219182025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arlin is a short form/variant of Arlene, linked to a Germanic element for 'pledge; oath'; it is also used as a boy's name (routes layered). A crisp name (said 'AR-lin').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, for both sexes. Rare, pledge at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Arlin is a short form/variant of Arlene, linked to a Germanic element for 'pledge; oath' — also used as a boy's name — a crisp choice (routes layered; said 'AR-lin').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Arlin — Germanic/modern; unisex; routes layered

Variations

ArleneArline

Nicknames

Arlie

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If you like Arlin…

Arlene— the fuller form
Harlin— a rhyming -lin name
Marlin— a companion -lin name
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Barin— a fellow Modern coinage choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arlin mean?

Arlin is a form of Arlene, linked to a Germanic 'pledge; oath'; also used for boys. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Arlin?

It's said AR-lin /ˈɑr.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arlin a boy or girl name?

Arlin is used for both; here it is listed as a girl's name.

How popular is Arlin?

Arlin is a rare name in the U.S.

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