Arlette vs Lylah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlette

Girl #583 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle, noble strength"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French Norman English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#583
Total SSA Count
516
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Arla, Lettie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arlette Rank #583
Lylah Rank #545

Lylah is more popular, ranked #545 vs #583 for Arlette.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arlette ___

  • Arlette Marie
  • Arlette Claire
  • Arlette Louise
  • Arlette Elise
  • Arlette Sophie
  • Arlette Blanc

Lylah ___

  • Lylah Rose
  • Lylah Grace
  • Lylah Mae
  • Lylah Violet
  • Lylah June
  • Lylah Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arlette

Colette Simone Marcel Renée Odette

If you choose Lylah

Isla Aria Milo Theo Ivy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlette or Lylah more popular?

Lylah is more popular, ranked #545 compared to Arlette at #583 in the United States.

What do Arlette and Lylah mean?

Arlette means "eagle, noble strength" (Germanic origin). Lylah means "night, dark beauty" (Arabic origin).

Are Arlette and Lylah boy or girl names?

Arlette is primarily a girl name. Lylah is primarily a girl name.

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