Marni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Marni has its roots in Hebrew, signifying joy or rejoicing. It has evolved through forms like Marnie and is associated with a cheerful meaning. Although it does not have biblical relevance, it has become popular in recent years. Marni is perceived positively in modern culture, and notable individuals with this name include Marni Nixon and Marni Potts.
The name Marni is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Marni 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, 'Marni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3455th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 923rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3205th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8304th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7071st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marni"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Marni is derived from the Hebrew word meaning 'to rejoice' or 'to be joyful'.
Meaning
joyful, rejoicing
Language Evolution
Marnie, Marni
Historical Usage
Marni has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Marnie, Marna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marni is perceived as a modern and vibrant name that conveys a sense of happiness and positivity.
Famous People
Marni Nixon, an American singer and actress known for her work in film, Marni Potts, a renowned designer
Explore More Marni Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marni"
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 "Marni"
"Marni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3455th of 12526 | 227 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 923rd of 19264 | 2,240 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3205th of 27321 | 512 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8304th of 35406 | 209 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7071st of 30306 | 198 |
Regional Popularity of "Marni" 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 "Marni" 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 |
- |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.01% 940th/2937 |
19.93% 694th/3483 |
46.96% 1652nd/3518 |
19.78% 800th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
42.19% 1888th/4475 |
- |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- |
75.94% 4766th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marni" 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.