Pledge, eagle, or altar of God
Arlet is a modern variant of Arlette, which has roots in Germanic and French traditions. It likely derives from the Germanic name Herleva, meaning 'army' or 'eagle', or is associated with the Hebrew name Ariel, meaning 'altar of God'. It gained popularity in French-speaking regions before becoming a trendy choice in the United States.
About 450 girls were named Arlet in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Arlet — far less common.
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