Marlen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marlen is an English name that combines elements of Mary and Helen, carrying meanings related to bitterness and light. It has evolved from Hebrew and Greek origins and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name embodies traits of creativity and individuality, with no significant biblical background.
The name Marlen is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Marlen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marlen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2926th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3032nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3645th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5315th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8065th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14258th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4676th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5064th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3217th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1635th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1237th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2998th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marlen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marlen"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrlən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marlen is derived from a combination of the names 'Mary' and 'Helen'. The name Mary has roots in Hebrew, while Helen is of Greek origin, meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning
The name is often associated with the meanings 'sea of bitterness' (Mary) and 'light' (Helen).
Language Evolution
Mary (Hebrew), Mariam (Aramaic), Mireille (French), Helen (Greek)
Historical Usage
Marlen became popular in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern blend of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Marilyn, Marla, Marlene
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marlen is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marlen Esparza (American boxer), Marlen Kloss (German painter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marlen"
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 "Marlen"
"Marlen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2926th of 7545 | 128 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2076th of 6773 | 232 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3032nd of 7552 | 142 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3645th of 10718 | 128 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5315th of 16616 | 131 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8065th of 24088 | 127 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14258th of 23106 | 32 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4676th of 9204 | 65 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5064th of 12526 | 113 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3217th of 19264 | 339 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1635th of 27321 | 1,370 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1237th of 35406 | 2,914 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2998th of 30306 | 669 |
Regional Popularity of "Marlen" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
58.99% 912th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| 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 "Marlen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
77.02% 2262nd/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
46.96% 1652nd/3518 |
59.89% 2422nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.68% 1757th/3685 |
53.41% 2390th/4475 |
25.09% 1303rd/5194 |
15.04% 950th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
32.87% 1506th/4582 |
43.36% 2239th/5164 |
16.48% 1205th/7313 |
11.34% 846th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
78.26% 3118th/3984 |
- |
37.79% 2578th/6822 |
31.50% 1977th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marlen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marlen" 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.