Marilyn: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A wished-for child, glamorous and bright.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #636
- Peak
- #13 in 1936
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Marilyn Means
Marilyn is a girl name of English origin. A wished-for child, glamorous and bright.
How Popular Marilyn Is
Marilyn currently ranks #636 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #13 in 1936. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Marilyn
- Marilyn reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #13 in 1936.
- Marilyn has been a top 100 name across 173+ years of American history.
- Marilyn is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
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Questions About Marilyn
What does Marilyn mean?
Marilyn is a girl name of English origin. A wished-for child, glamorous and bright.
How popular is Marilyn?
Marilyn currently ranks #636 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #13 in 1936. It has held steady.
Where does Marilyn come from?
Marilyn comes from English roots. Marilyn reached the top 50 in the U.S., hitting #13 in 1936.
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