Marine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Marine has its roots in Latin, meaning 'of the sea.' It evolved through various languages, maintaining its connection to maritime themes. It reflects traits of elegance and nature appreciation, with no biblical relevance, and has been used since the Middle Ages.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marine"
Pronunciation
/məˈriːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marine is derived from the Latin word 'marinus,' which means 'of the sea' or 'pertaining to the sea.'
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Marinus (Latin), Marine (Old French), Marine (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Marine has been used since the Middle Ages, particularly in coastal regions and among seafaring communities. It gained popularity in various forms across Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Marina, Marin, Marinette
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marine is perceived as a fresh and elegant name, often associated with a love for the sea and nature.
Famous People
Marine Le Pen, Marine Vacth
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✨ Marine Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1934
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marine"
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 "Marine"
"Marine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2216th of 9107 | 276 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2274th of 9204 | 258 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5469th of 12526 | 95 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8962nd of 19264 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8499th of 27321 | 126 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12120th of 35406 | 116 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 16017th of 30306 | 47 |
Regional Popularity of "Marine" 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 "Marine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
70.16% 1660th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
71.44% 1681st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
- | - |
80.61% 3260th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
49.42% 3122nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marine" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Marine" in the United States
The name Marine 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Marine has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2216th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2274th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5469th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8962nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8499th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12120th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16017th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.