How Many People Are Named Arlee?

Complete statistics for the name Arlee: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arlee
Very Rare
English

A very rare name, Arlee is known for its unique sound. Only 882 people in the U.S. are named Arlee, making it 1 in 374,047. It's also getting more popular, especially among older folks.

~882
Living in US
1 in 374,047
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Meadow of hares or a variant of Harley/Arley
🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Free-spirited Warm Adventurous
5
Life Path Number

The life path number 5 traditionally represents freedom, curiosity, and a love of change. People associated with this number tend to be adaptable and energetic, always seeking new experiences and variety in life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,668
Worldwide Bearers
#188,520
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
1,065
🇵🇭 Philippines
267
🇹🇭 Thailand
221
🇨🇦 Canada
52
🇻🇪 Venezuela
10
🇹🇼 Taiwan
6
🇲🇽 Mexico
6
🇧🇷 Brazil
5
🇨🇴 Colombia
5
🇵🇪 Peru
5

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
138 (16%)
♀ Female
744 (84%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 63
562
Would be under 30 (34%)
121
Would be 30–60 (7%)
984
Would be over 60 (59%)

All 1,667 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
21
Modern Appeal
99
International
87

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arlee Through the Generations

Arlee has a fascinating journey through American naming trends. With only 1,667 total births but 882 living individuals, it's clear that many who were born with this name have passed away. The peak year for births was 2023 with 48 babies named Arlee, showing a recent surge in popularity. Interestingly, 59% of those named Arlee are over 60, which skews the average age to 63. This suggests that while the name is becoming more common, it still carries a strong association with older generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 29
Arkansas 10
Alabama 5
Louisiana 5
Mississippi 5

✨ Similar Names to Arlee

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arlee's English roots

📄 About the Name Arlee

How Many People Have the Name Arlee?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 882 people in the United States currently share the name Arlee. That works out to roughly 1 in every 374,047 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arlee a Common or Rare Name?

Arlee is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arlee Mean?

Arlee means "Meadow of hares or a variant of Harley/Arley" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arlee in SSA data, approximately 16% are male and 84% are female.

When Was Arlee Most Popular?

The name Arlee reached peak popularity in 2023, with 48 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arlee?

Approximately 882 people named Arlee live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,667. That works out to roughly 1 in 374,047 Americans.

Is Arlee a rare name?

Arlee is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 374,047 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arlee mean?

Arlee means "Meadow of hares or a variant of Harley/Arley" and comes from English origins.

Is Arlee more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 16% of people named Arlee are male and 84% are female.

When was Arlee most popular?

Arlee peaked in 2023 with 48 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US882
All-Time Births1,667
1 in X1 in 374,047
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age63
Peak Year2023
World Rank#188,520
Male %16%
Female %84%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.