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Arlen

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Arlen appeared in the US boy naming records from 1909 through 2024, reaching its highest point in 1934. It is a 2-syllable boy name ranked #826 by total recorded use. Common spelling relatives include Arlin, Arlan, Arlyn.

#826boy rank
1934peak year
2syllables

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