Marielena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marielena is a Spanish name that combines the meanings of 'beloved' and 'bright light'. It evolved from historical names such as Maria and Elena, reflecting a rich linguistic heritage. The name conveys traits of warmth and positivity, with no direct biblical connections. It has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Spanish-speaking regions, and has several variants that contribute to its charm.
The name Marielena is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marielena has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marielena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8414th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10248th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3215th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4246th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marielena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marielena"
Pronunciation
/ˌmɛr.i.ˈeɪ.nə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Marielena is a compound name derived from the combination of 'Maria', which has Hebrew origins meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child', and 'Elena', which comes from the Greek 'Helene', meaning 'bright' or 'shining light'.
Meaning
beloved shining light
Language Evolution
Maria, Mary, Elena, Helene
Historical Usage
The name Marielena gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries during the late 20th century, particularly in the context of cultural blending and unique name formations.
Variants & Derivatives
María, Elena, Mariela, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marielena is perceived as a beautiful and unique name, often associated with warmth and light. It is not overly common, which adds to its charm.
Famous People
Marielena Ruiz, Marielena Verdugo
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marielena"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marielena"
"Marielena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8414th of 9204 | 9 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10248th of 12526 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3215th of 27321 | 510 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4246th of 35406 | 516 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7286th of 30306 | 189 |
Regional Popularity of "Marielena" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marielena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
57.77% 2585th/4475 |
49.56% 2574th/5194 |
27.94% 1765th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
44.15% 3229th/7313 |
32.35% 2414th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
75.29% 5136th/6822 |
66.95% 4202nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marielena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marielena" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.