Arlena
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- Name
- Arlena
- Gender
- Girl name
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The name Arlena is an English short form of various names that end in '-arlena'. These include Charlena, Darlena, and Marlena.
What does the name Arlena mean?
Arlena is a girl's name that functions as a short form of English names ending in '-arlena'. These names have different meanings depending on their derivation. For example, Charlena is a diminutive of Carl and means 'the free one'. Darlena is derived from Darlene and stands for 'the darling'. Marlena, on the other hand, is a combination of Maria and Lena, leading to meanings such as 'the beloved', 'the bitter', 'the exalted', or 'the one from Magdala'. The name has been established since the mid-19th century. Other variants include Arlene, Arline, Arlina, Arleen, and Arlyn.
Where does the name Arlena come from?
The first name Arlena has its roots in ancient Hebrew and Old High German linguistic traditions and carries meanings such as 'the free one' or 'the darling'. The etymological derivations are diverse: derived from Charlena, where 'karaz' (Urgermanic) stands for man and 'karlaz' means free, young man. Darlena comes from Old English 'dīerling' or 'deorling', which means 'darling'. Marlena is composed of Maria, where 'mry' (Egyptian) means 'beloved'; other meanings from ancient Hebrew include 'bitter', 'sea', 'rebellious', or 'to give'. The term 'Magdalena' means 'the tower' (Ancient Hebrew).
How do you pronounce Arlena?
The pronunciation of Arlena is characteristic and fluid. The name begins clearly and structured and is usually pronounced as 'Ar-le-na' [aʁˈleːna]. The combination of open vowels creates a harmonious and calm sound, making the name appear balanced and gentle.
When is the name day of Arlena?
The name day for Arlena is celebrated on January 28, November 4, and December 15.
Popularity
Arlena is considered a rare first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2015, reaching 2,154th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 30 times, which places it 4,795th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,974th.
Nicknames & pet names
Arla / Arli / Lena / Nena
Famous people
- Rätsel um Arlena (mystery novel by Agatha Christie)
Frequently asked questions about the name Arlena
What is the meaning of the name Arlena?
Arlena is a girl's name that serves as a short form for English names ending in '-arlena'. The meanings vary depending on the derivation; for example, Charlena stands for 'the free one', Darlena for 'the darling', and Marlena can carry meanings such as 'the beloved' or 'the bitter one'.
Where does the name Arlena come from?
The name Arlena has its roots in ancient Hebrew and Old High German linguistic traditions. It is associated with meanings such as 'the free one' and 'the darling' and has a diverse etymological origin.
How popular is the name Arlena?
Arlena has been established since the mid-19th century and is currently less common, although it remains popular in various forms such as Arlene or Marlena.