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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Blend of Maria and Magdalene
- Origin
- German
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- mar-LEEN
Marlene is a German name, pronounced mar-LEEN, formed by blending Maria and Magdalene. It has a vintage, romantic, storybook feel that fits names passed down from an earlier generation rather than a fleeting trend. If you're drawn to timeless classics with a clear, traceable origin, it's worth a closer look.
Meaning & Origin of Marlene
Meaning: Blend of maria and magdalene.
Origin: German.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Marlene
mar-LEENIPA /mɑrˈliːn/
Popularity of Marlene
Marlene reached its high point in 1935, when it ranked #39 and 4,830 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had dropped to #1551 with just 137 babies named Marlene, a steep decline over the SSA's 1904-2024 records.
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FAQ
What does the name Marlene mean?
Blend of maria and magdalene. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Marlene?
Marlene is pronounced mar-LEEN (IPA: /mɑrˈliːn/).
Is Marlene a popular name right now?
Marlene peaked at #39 in 1935 and is ranked #1551 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1904–2024.)
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