Marilynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marilynn is an English name that combines elements from the Hebrew name Mary, meaning 'beloved', and the Welsh name Lynn, meaning 'lake'. It evolved from Mary to Marilyn and then to Marilynn, reflecting a modern twist. Its historical significance gained traction in the mid-20th century, and today it is perceived as charming and classic, though not widely used. Notable individuals with this name include professional golfer Marilynn Smith and author Marilynn B. Wood.
The name Marilynn is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Marilynn 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, 'Marilynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 767th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 434th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 599th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2178th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2993rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4481st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2963rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marilynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marilynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪlɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marilynn is a modern variation of the name Marilyn, which is derived from the combination of the names Mary and Lynn. Mary has roots in Hebrew, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child', while Lynn is of Welsh origin, meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'.
Meaning
beloved lake
Language Evolution
Mary, Marilyn
Historical Usage
Marilynn became popular in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by the fame of actress Marilyn Monroe.
Variants & Derivatives
Marilyn, Mary, Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marilynn carries a vintage charm and is often associated with classic beauty and femininity, although it is less common than its derivatives.
Famous People
Marilynn Smith (professional golfer), Marilynn B. Wood (American author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marilynn"
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 "Marilynn"
"Marilynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 767th of 9107 | 1,608 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 434th of 9204 | 4,697 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 599th of 12526 | 4,600 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2178th of 19264 | 612 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2993rd of 27321 | 566 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4481st of 35406 | 479 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2963rd of 30306 | 678 |
Regional Popularity of "Marilynn" 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 "Marilynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.53% 404th/1416 |
47.79% 659th/1379 |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
43.43% 496th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
17.27% 267th/1546 |
25.96% 404th/1556 |
41.22% 970th/2353 |
20.23% 313th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.50% 501st/2227 |
25.51% 620th/2430 |
23.69% 676th/2853 |
21.80% 605th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
68.03% 1998th/2937 |
73.41% 2557th/3483 |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
53.98% 2183rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
27.29% 1724th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
58.73% 4295th/7313 |
33.98% 2536th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
39.36% 2685th/6822 |
37.91% 2379th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marilynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marilynn" 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.