Marlene
Marlene: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Marlene
- A female given name from Hebrew borrowed from German in early 20th century.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Marlene.
How popular is Marlene?
Since 1880, 130,573 girls and 359 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlene (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #39 in 1935. Its highest rank for boys was #1443 in 1936. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Marlene
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Marlene
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Marlene FAQ
What does the name Marlene mean?
A female given name from Hebrew borrowed from German in early 20th century. Borrowed from German Marlene.
What is the origin of the name Marlene?
Marlene is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Marlene?
Since 1880, 130,573 girls and 359 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlene (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #39 in 1935. Its highest rank for boys was #1443 in 1936. In 2025, 177 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Marlene a boy or girl name?
Marlene is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 130,573 girls and 359 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.