Garlene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Garlene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 20 babies have been named Garlene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Garlene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,391 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,391
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Garlene
Garlene is a girl name .
Garlene is currently ranked #66,391 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Garlene include Gar, Garl, Garly, Garlie, Ene, Eney, Gaie, and Garkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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