Arlene

Pledge, oath

girlIrish

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Arlene meaning & origin

Arlene is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Pledge, oath". Listed origin: Irish.

Pronunciation

ar-LEEN

Catalog phonetic spelling

Popularity

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Arlene. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

Nicknames

ArlAR

Middle Name Ideas

  • Arlene Rose
  • Arlene Grace
  • Arlene Marie
  • Arlene Jane

Sources & notes

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arlene

What does the name Arlene mean?

Arlene is listed in our catalog as a girl name. Its listed meaning is "Pledge, oath". Listed origin: Irish.

How do you pronounce Arlene?

Our catalog's pronunciation guide is ar-LEEN. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.

How popular is the name Arlene?

We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Arlene. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.

What nickname ideas could work for Arlene?

Ideas to try include Arl, AR. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.

What middle names could work with Arlene?

Try Arlene Rose, Arlene Grace, Arlene Marie, Arlene Jane aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.

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