Marylou Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marylou originates from English, combining the meanings of 'beloved' and 'warrior.' The name has evolved from its historical forms, including Mary and Lou, reflecting traits of affection and strength. It has no direct biblical relevance but is rooted in names that have significant historical usage. The name is perceived positively in modern times, associated with warmth and charm. Notable individuals with this name include Marylou Whitney and Marylou Henner.
The name Marylou is most popular in Connecticut, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Marylou 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, 'Marylou' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 856th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 415th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 613th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1525th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2452nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5646th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5336th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marylou' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marylou"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrilu/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marylou is a combination of the names Mary and Lou. Mary has Hebrew origins and means 'beloved,' while Lou is often a diminutive of names like Louis or Louise, which have Germanic roots meaning 'famous warrior.'
Meaning
beloved warrior
Language Evolution
Mary, Lou, Marylou
Historical Usage
Mary has been a popular name since biblical times, and its variations have been widely used throughout history. Marylou emerged as a unique combination in the 20th century, gaining popularity particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Lou, Mary-Lou, Marlou
Modern Popularity & Image
Marylou is often viewed as a charming and affectionate name, appealing to those who appreciate traditional names with a modern twist.
Famous People
Marylou Whitney, an American socialite and philanthropist, Marylou Henner, an American actress and author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marylou"
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 "Marylou"
"Marylou" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 856th of 9107 | 1,247 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 415th of 9204 | 4,947 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 613th of 12526 | 4,422 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1525th of 19264 | 1,052 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2452nd of 27321 | 755 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5646th of 35406 | 352 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5336th of 30306 | 292 |
Regional Popularity of "Marylou" 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 "Marylou" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.44% 601st/1416 |
48.51% 669th/1379 |
49.37% 1168th/2366 |
53.94% 616th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
21.60% 334th/1546 |
17.10% 266th/1556 |
41.69% 981st/2353 |
21.91% 339th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
27.26% 607th/2227 |
15.19% 369th/2430 |
36.59% 1044th/2853 |
22.74% 631st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.40% 1774th/2937 |
30.38% 1058th/3483 |
44.88% 1579th/3518 |
29.60% 1197th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
38.68% 2009th/5194 |
22.62% 1429th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
65.61% 4798th/7313 |
38.83% 2898th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
52.76% 3311th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marylou"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marylou" 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.