"noble, resolute"
Arleth
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"noble army woman"
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Arleth is a Spanish feminine name primarily used in Mexico and Central America. It is likely derived from the Germanic name Arlette or Herlette, which itself comes from Old High German elements meaning 'noble' or 'army.' The name may also be a creative Spanish adaptation influenced by French names like Arlette. In medieval France, Arlette was the mother of William the Conqueror.
Arleth is a distinctly regional name, most common in Mexico, Honduras, and El Salvador. It gained some presence in the US as Hispanic immigration increased. In Mexico it became popular in the late 20th century as parents sought names that felt modern but distinctly Latin.
Arleth reflects the vibrant tradition of Spanish-language naming that blends European medieval roots with Latin American creative adaptation. It's a name that feels both rooted and contemporary within Mexican and Central American cultures.
Historical Record
Arleth first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 5,680 babies have been named Arleth in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arleth is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #429 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Arlette was the name of the mother of William the Conqueror, making the name part of one of history's most consequential lineages
- Arleth is most commonly found as a given name in Mexico, Honduras, and El Salvador
- The French actress Arlette (born Léonie Bathiat) was one of the most celebrated French film stars of the 1930s-40s
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Famous People Named Arleth
Arleth Terán
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1981
Mexican television host and presenter known for entertainment programs on major Mexican networks
Arlette
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1898
French actress celebrated for her work in classic French cinema including 'Les Enfants du Paradis' (1945)
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #429
- Total SSA Count
- 715
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Mexican
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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About the Name Arleth
Arleth is a girl name with Spanish, Latin American, and Mexican origins . The name means "noble, resolute" in Germanic via Spanish .
Is Arleth a boy or girl name? Arleth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #429 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #44,704. Arleth is more commonly used as a girl name.
Arleth is currently ranked #429 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Arleth has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Arleth include Arle and Leth. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Arleth include Arlette, Arlet, Arlett, Arlene, Arlee . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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