Marlyn
m(a)-rl-yn,
mar-lyn
US Popularity:10919
Origin:German
Meaning:Beloved; Bitterness; Rebellious; Wished-for child; Stream, pool; Sea fort; Woman from Magdala
Marlyn is a gender-neutral name with German, Latin, and British origins. With diverse roots and intriguing definitions, this moniker is closely related to names like Marilyn, Marlen, Marlin, and Marlene. Marilyn is a feminine name that’s a blend of Mary, meaning “beloved,” “bitterness,” “rebellious,” and “wished-for child,” and Lynn, meaning “stream” or “pool.” Marlin, on the other hand, comes from Merlin and means “sea fort,” while Marlen and Marlene are connected to Magdalene, meaning “woman from Magdala.” This versatile blend of meanings in a short, sweet name suggest that baby Marlyn will grow into an adored individual whose aspirations know no bounds. We also love its distinctive spelling, a feature that makes it stand out from the rest.
How Popular Is The Name Marlyn?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Marlyn is currently #4847 on The Bump
Girl:Marlyn is currently #3214 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Marlyn is currently #10919 in U.S. births
Girl:Marlyn is currently #6293 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#6293
in 2024
- 435
from 2023
Sources
Wisdom Library, Meaning of the name Marlyn, June 2025
Behind the Name, Marlyn, December 2024
Behind the Name, Mary, December 2024
WordSense Dictionary, Lynn
Ancestry, Marlin Family History
Ancestry, Merlin Family History
WordSense Dictionary, Magdalene
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