Gerlene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gerlene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 49 babies have been named Gerlene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gerlene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #11,561 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,561
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Gerlene
Gerlene is a girl name .
Gerlene is currently ranked #11,561 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gerlene include Ger, Gerl, Gerly, Gerlie, Ene, Eney, Gey, Geie, and Gerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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