Irlene
Irlene is a girl baby name. Ranked #24,343 in the US, popular nicknames include Irl, Iry, and Irlie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Irlene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 19 babies have been named Irlene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Irlene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #24,343 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #24,343
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Irlene
Irlene is a girl name .
Irlene is currently ranked #24,343 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Irlene include Irl, Iry, Irlie, and Irleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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