Arlene Hudspeth

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Arlene Hudspeth — French
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Arlene Hudspeth is a name that combines French origins. The first name Arlene is a feminine given name of French origin. Arleen or Arlene is an Irish feminine given name and variant of Carlene or Charlene and in the French derived from feminine diminutive of Charles (meaning free man). Given name Arlene The Housewife, a female wrestler from Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling Arlene Agus (1949–2024), American Orthodox Jewish feminist and activist Arlene Alda (born 1933), American musician, photographer, and writer Arlene Arcillas (born 1969), city mayor of Santa Rosa, Laguna Arleen Auger (1939–1993), American soprano, admired for her coloratura voice and interpretations of works by Bach, Handel, Haydn, Monteverdi, Gluc. The surname Hudspeth: A. James Hudspeth (1945–2025), American neurophysiologist, F.M. Kirby Professor at Rockefeller University Adam Hudspeth (1836–1890), Canadian lawyer and politician Andrew H. Hudspeth (1874–1948), associate justice and chief justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court Brad Hudspeth (born 1989), American wheelchair rugby player Charles Hudspeth (activist) (1918–1999), civil rights leader from San Antonio, Texas Charles Hudspeth (convict), American man convicted of murder in Marion County, Arkansas in 1887 Cindy Lee Hudspeth (1958–1978), American murder victim Claude B. Arlene is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 146K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Arlene reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Arlene

French

Arleen or Arlene is an Irish feminine given name and variant of Carlene or Charlene and in the French derived from feminine diminutive of Charles (meaning free man). Given name Arlene The Housewife, a female wrestler from Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling Arlene Agus (1949–2024), American Orthodox Jewish feminist and activist Arlene Alda (born 1933), American musician, photographer, and writer Arlene Arcillas (born 1969), city mayor of Santa Rosa, Laguna Arleen Auger (1939–1993), American soprano, admired for her coloratura voice and interpretations of works by Bach, Handel, Haydn, Monteverdi, Gluc.

Surname: Hudspeth

English

A. James Hudspeth (1945–2025), American neurophysiologist, F.M. Kirby Professor at Rockefeller University Adam Hudspeth (1836–1890), Canadian lawyer and politician Andrew H. Hudspeth (1874–1948), associate justice and chief justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court Brad Hudspeth (born 1989), American wheelchair rugby player Charles Hudspeth (activist) (1918–1999), civil rights leader from San Antonio, Texas Charles Hudspeth (convict), American man convicted of murder in Marion County, Arkansas in 1887 Cindy Lee Hudspeth (1958–1978), American murder victim Claude B.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Arlene is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Arlene by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Arlene Hudspeth

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Arlene Hudspeth:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Arlene?
The first name Arlene originates from French. Arleen or Arlene is an Irish feminine given name and variant of Carlene or Charlene and in the French derived from feminine diminutive of Charles (meaning free man). Given name Arlene The Housewife, a female wrestler from Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling Arlene Agus (1949–2024), American Orthodox Jewish feminist and activist Arlene Alda (born 1933), American musician, photographer, and writer Arlene Arcillas (born 1969), city mayor of Santa Rosa, Laguna Arleen Auger (1939–1993), American soprano, admired for her coloratura voice and interpretations of works by Bach, Handel, Haydn, Monteverdi, Gluc.
When was Arlene most popular?
The name Arlene reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hudspeth?
The surname Hudspeth originates from English. A. James Hudspeth (1945–2025), American neurophysiologist, F.M. Kirby Professor at Rockefeller University Adam Hudspeth (1836–1890), Canadian lawyer and politician Andrew H. Hudspeth (1874–1948), associate justice and chief justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court Brad Hudspeth (born 1989), American wheelchair rugby player Charles Hudspeth (activist) (1918–1999), civil rights leader from San Antonio, Texas Charles Hudspeth (convict), American man convicted of murder in Marion County, Arkansas in 1887 Cindy Lee Hudspeth (1958–1978), American murder victim Claude B.
What are the origins of the name Arlene Hudspeth?
The name Arlene Hudspeth combines two different traditions: the first name Arlene has French roots, while the surname Hudspeth originates from English.
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