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Marlyn

Marlyn: name meaning, origin and popularity

Unisex name

How popular is Marlyn?

22U.S. babies in 2025
#464peak rank (1936)
9,112babies since 1880

Since 1880, 6,806 girls and 2,306 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlyn (75% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #464 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #601 in 1935. In 2025, 22 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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Marlyn FAQ

How popular is the name Marlyn?

Since 1880, 6,806 girls and 2,306 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlyn (75% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #464 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #601 in 1935. In 2025, 22 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Marlyn a boy or girl name?

Marlyn is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (6,806 girls and 2,306 boys since 1880).

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).