Marleen

Marleen: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameHebrew origin

Meaning and origin of Marleen

  • A female given name from Hebrew, a less common spelling of Marlene.

How popular is Marleen?

8U.S. babies in 2025
#747peak rank (1939)
4,121babies since 1880

Since 1880, 4,121 girls in the U.S. have been named Marleen. Its highest rank for girls was #747 in 1939. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Marleen FAQ

What does the name Marleen mean?

A female given name from Hebrew, a less common spelling of Marlene.

What is the origin of the name Marleen?

Marleen is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Marleen?

Since 1880, 4,121 girls in the U.S. have been named Marleen. Its highest rank for girls was #747 in 1939. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Marleen a boy or girl name?

Marleen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,121 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.