Irlene
Girl nameIrlene has been given to 114 babies in the U.S. since 1899. It peaked in 1922.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
114
Peak year
1922 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1899
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Irlene — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Irlene.
Sibling name ideas for Irlene
Same era and popularity as Irlene, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Irlene?
Irlene has been given to 114 babies in the U.S. since 1899. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Irlene peak?
Irlene peaked in 1922, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Irlene a girl or boy name?
Irlene is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Irlene are girls).
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