Marlene
m(a)-rle-ne,
mar-lene
US Popularity:2343
Origin:German
Meaning:Elegant, great; Tower; Bitterness; Beloved; Wished for child
Marlene is a German name for girls of Hebrew and Latin origin. A blend of two names, Marlene means "elegant," "great," and "tower" from Magdalene, and "bitterness," "beloved," and "wished for child" from Maria. Sometimes, Marlene means "star of the sea" in relation to the Virgin Mary. Popularized by 1900’s German actress Marlene Dietrich, this title comes steeped in stardom as well as elegance. A name born of two powerful biblical women, baby Marlene is sure to have a strong will and sense of self, facing the unknown with confidence. The star of the sea, your little girl may travel far and wide, exploring new places while using her bright disposition to light the way for others to come.
Marlene Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Marlene is currently #1584 on The Bump
Girl:Marlene is currently #709 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Marlene is currently #2343 in U.S. births
Girl:Marlene is currently #898 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2343
in 2022
+ 471
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Magdalene
Name Doctor, Maria
Behind the Name, Marlene, April 2019
Name Doctor, Marlene
IMBd, Marlene Dietrich
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