Marlis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marlis is a Germanic name that evolved from 'Maria' and 'Magdalena', meaning 'of the sea'. It has historical roots in names used across German-speaking regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. The name has a modern appeal and is often associated with creativity. It does not have a specific biblical background, and it gained popularity in the 20th century.
The name Marlis is most popular in Minnesota, 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, Marlis has been stalled for female in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest. Across generations, 'Marlis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4727th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1788th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2800th 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 19733rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Marlis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marlis"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrlɪs/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Marlis is a diminutive form derived from the name 'Marlene', which is a combination of 'Maria' and 'Magdalena'. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from German-speaking regions.
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Maria, Magdalena, Marlene, Marlis
Historical Usage
Marlis gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries, and has since seen use in various forms across different cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Marlene, Marli
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marlis is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marlis H. M. G. Bäumer, Marlis G. J. V. K. Schmitz
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marlis"
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 "Marlis"
"Marlis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4727th of 9107 | 61 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1788th of 9204 | 381 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2800th of 12526 | 322 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8962nd of 19264 | 59 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19733rd of 27321 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Marlis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Marlis" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
54.40% 841st/1546 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
74.99% 1670th/2227 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Marlis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marlis" 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.