US Popularity:1185
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):French, Latin, Norse
Meaning:Army, army leader; Legacy
Arlet is a Catalan feminine name of French and Germanic origins with a Latin influence. Coming from the French name Arlette, Arlet translates to “army” or “army leader” from Herleva, a Latinization of names with the Germanic element harjaz. Its potential Norse roots also add the meaning “legacy” from Herleifr. This makes it a beautiful name to inspire baby to leave their one-of-a-kind mark on the world. Arlet is a great reminder for baby to stay strong no matter where their quest takes them.
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Arlet Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Arlet is currently #3094 on The Bump
Girl:Arlet is currently #2116 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Arlet is currently #1185 in U.S. births
Girl:Arlet is currently #604 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#604
in 2023
+ 137
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Arlet, December 2019

  • Behind the Name, Arlette, February 2019

  • Behind the Name, Herleva, December 2022

  • Behind the Name, Heirleifr, December 2022

  • Name Doctor, Arlet

  • WordSense Dictionary, Arlette

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