Arlene
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Arlene is a girl name of English origin meaning "Earl's daughter or noble woman".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
17 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Earl's daughter or noble woman
Etymology
Derived from the French name Hélène or Heleen, likely related to Greek Helenos, meaning 'shining light'.
Famous People Named Arlene
- Arlene Dahl — American actress (1925–2021)
- Arlene Foster — British politician (born 1970)
- Arlene Francis — American actress and television host (1907–2001)
- Arlene Martel — American writer, actress and acting coach (1936–2014)
- Arlene Golonka — actress (1936–2021)
Frequently Asked Questions About Arlene
What does the name Arlene mean?
Arlene means "Earl's daughter or noble woman", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Arlene?
Arlene originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Arlene a boy or girl name?
Arlene is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Arlene associated with?
Arlene is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Arlene?
Yes — notable people named Arlene include Arlene Dahl (American actress, 1925–2021), Arlene Foster (British politician, born 1970), Arlene Francis (American actress and television host, 1907–2001), Arlene Martel (American writer, 1936–2014) and Arlene Golonka (actress, 1936–2021).
Last updated: June 2026