Marielle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marielle is a French name derived from Marie, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Miriam. The name means 'beloved' or 'wished for child.' It has evolved through various forms in different languages and gained popularity in the 20th century. Marielle is often associated with elegance and charm, and it has notable individuals who bear the name.
The name Marielle is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marielle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Marielle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7086th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6343rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3996th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1692nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2003rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1902nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marielle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marielle"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛr.i.ɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Marielle is a diminutive form of the name Marie, which is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam. The name Miriam is often interpreted as 'beloved' or 'wished for child.'
Meaning
beloved, wished for child
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marie (French), Marielle (French)
Historical Usage
Marielle gained popularity in the French-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s, as a feminine form of the more widely known name Marie.
Variants & Derivatives
Marie, María, Mireille
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marielle is perceived as a graceful and sophisticated name, often associated with elegance and charm, especially in French-speaking countries.
Famous People
Marielle Heller (actress and director), Marielle Franco (Brazilian politician and activist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marielle"
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 "Marielle"
"Marielle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7086th of 9107 | 16 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6343rd of 12526 | 65 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3996th of 19264 | 245 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1692nd of 27321 | 1,275 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2003rd of 35406 | 1,517 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1902nd of 30306 | 1,279 |
Regional Popularity of "Marielle" 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 "Marielle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
82.26% 2865th/3483 |
- |
81.80% 3308th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
20.87% 934th/4475 |
57.12% 2967th/5194 |
24.68% 1559th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.59% 2043rd/4582 |
25.06% 1294th/5164 |
35.20% 2574th/7313 |
25.87% 1931st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.75% 1703rd/3984 |
30.04% 1348th/4487 |
34.99% 2387th/6822 |
37.54% 2356th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marielle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marielle" 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.