Erlene is a female name of English origin. It is pronounced as ER-leen (/ˈɜr.lin/). The name Erlene has variations such as Erlina. In terms of popularity, data for the newborns in the United States shows that the name Erlene had its peak in the early 1960s and gradually decreased in usage over the years. Although not as common today, Erlene carries a sense of uniqueness and charm.