Marylyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marylyn is derived from the English name Mary, which means 'bitterness', combined with the suffix 'lyn'. The name has evolved from Mary to Marilyn and then to Marylyn. It is associated with femininity and elegance, gaining popularity in the mid-20th century due to cultural icons. The name does not have biblical relevance.
The name Marylyn is most popular in New York, 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, Marylyn 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, 'Marylyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2227th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 766th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1619th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3835th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6346th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10428th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14588th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marylyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marylyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪlɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marylyn is a modern combination of the name Mary, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'bitterness', and the suffix 'lyn', which is often used in English to create feminine names.
Meaning
bitterness
Language Evolution
Mary, Marilyn, Marylyn
Historical Usage
Marylyn gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the mid-century, likely influenced by the fame of actress Marilyn Monroe.
Variants & Derivatives
Marilyn, Mary, Lyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marylyn is viewed as a vintage yet elegant name, often associated with classic beauty and femininity.
Famous People
Marilyn Monroe, Marylyn D. Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marylyn"
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 "Marylyn"
"Marylyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2227th of 9107 | 274 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 766th of 9204 | 1,597 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1619th of 12526 | 793 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3835th of 19264 | 262 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6346th of 27321 | 197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10428th of 35406 | 148 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Marylyn" 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 "Marylyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
75.21% 1065th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- |
91.86% 1049th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
37.39% 578th/1546 |
38.50% 599th/1556 |
55.33% 1302nd/2353 |
47.25% 731st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.76% 1420th/2227 |
60.70% 1475th/2430 |
61.23% 1747th/2853 |
60.32% 1674th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- |
58.30% 3683rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marylyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marylyn" 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.