Arlex
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Arlex first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 11 babies have been named Arlex in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arlex is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,321 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,321
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Arlex
Arlex is a boy name .
Arlex is currently ranked #24,321 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arlex include Arl, Ary, and Arlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Arlex include Arlen, Arley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis