Marilyn name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 70%
Marilyn name meaning:
The name Marilyn is of English origin and is derived from the combination of two names, Mary and Lynn. Mary is a Hebrew name meaning "wished-for child" or "rebellion," while Lynn is an English name meaning "lake" or "waterfall." Therefore, the name Marilyn can be interpreted as "wished-for child of the lake" or "rebellious child of the waterfall."
Marilyn is also famously associated with the American actress and model Marilyn Monroe, whose real name was Norma Jeane Mortenson. Monroe's rise to fame in the 1950s made the name Marilyn popular, becoming a symbol of beauty, glamour, and sensuality. As a result, the name Marilyn often carries connotations of elegance, femininity, and allure.
However, it is important to note that the meaning of a name can vary depending on personal and cultural interpretations. Some may choose to attribute different meanings or associations to the name Marilyn based on their own experiences and beliefs.
Origin: Hebrew
Descendant of Mary.
Related names
Marilyn , Cherilyn, Cherilynn, Marli , Marlie , Marlin, Marlo , Marly
Other girls names beginning with M
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 1692 out of 5581
17 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
458 - 5yrs
675 - 1yr
608
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Marilyn
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