Jarlene is a unique and captivating female given name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse 'Hjálmr' which means 'helmet'. This name is often used interchangeably with its variant spelling, Jarlena. The popularity of Jarlene peaked during the late 20th century but has since become less common, making it a distinctive choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
"The name Jarlene was quite popular in the late 1990s with a total of 26 babies named Jarlene born between 1996 and 2000, with peak years being 1996 (10 births) and 1997 (5 births)."