Marlina Girl

Popularity: #940 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-lee-nah //mɑːrˈliːnə//

Origin: Latin; Hebrew

Meaning: Latin: 'little warrior'; Hebrew: 'bitterness'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Marlina is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name "Miriam," which has been interpreted to mean "sea of bitterness" or "wished-for child." The name Miriam was adopted into Greek as "Maria" and subsequently into Latin as "Maria," which has influenced various forms across different languages. The transition into English occurred through the Norman influence in the medieval period, where names derived from Maria became popularized.

The addition of the suffix "-lina" may suggest a diminutive or affectionate form, common in many cultures, thereby giving Marlina a softer, more feminine touch. Historically, the name Miriam is significant in biblical texts, as it is borne by the sister of Moses and Aaron, a prophetess who played a crucial role during the Exodus.

The name has been carried through centuries, appearing in various forms across cultures and languages, including Mary in English and Marie in French. The enduring nature of the name can be traced back to its biblical roots, with the figure of Mary, the mother of Jesus, further solidifying its prominence in Christian tradition.

The name Marlina, while less common, can be seen as a modern adaptation that retains the historical weight of its predecessors. Culturally, names derived from Miriam and its variants have often been associated with themes of strength, resilience, and maternal virtue, reflecting the qualities attributed to the biblical figures.

The use of diminutive forms, such as Lina, has also contributed to the name's appeal, as it evokes a sense of intimacy and affection. Overall, Marlina encapsulates a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, linking it to a rich tapestry of linguistic and social heritage.

Famous people named Marlina

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Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts is a film character best known for the film Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts.

Fictional characters named Marlina

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Marlina is a fictional character from the film Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts. She is a widow who embarks on a journey of revenge after being attacked by a group of men.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Marlina, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

MarissaMarleneMaraMayaMina

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Marlina. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MarinaMalinaMarlieMaliaMarisolMarloweMaraMarlena

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Marlina was first seen in the United States in 1947.

Marlina has ranked as high as #3545 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Marlina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Marlina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Marlina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Marlina.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 8 8
2023 6 6
2021 9 9
2020 8 8
2019 8 8
2018 8 8
2017 5 5
2016 8 8
2015 9 9
2014 17 17
2013 16 16
2012 19 19
2011 13 13
2010 12 12
2009 12 12
2008 16 16
2007 17 17
2006 17 17
2005 19 19
2004 27 27
2003 17 17
2002 13 13
2001 15 15
2000 11 11
1999 15 15
1998 28 28
1997 18 18
1996 18 18
1995 25 25
1994 17 17
1993 38 38
1992 26 26
1991 25 25
1990 22 22
1989 20 20
1988 21 21
1987 18 18
1986 24 24
1985 26 26
1984 24 24
1983 21 21
1982 29 29
1981 19 19
1980 37 37
1979 39 39
1978 41 41
1977 38 38
1976 20 20
1975 12 12
1974 17 17
1973 10 10
1972 5 5
1971 12 12
1970 14 14
1969 12 12
1968 7 7
1967 16 16
1966 10 10
1965 14 14
1964 15 15
1963 10 10
1962 11 11
1961 11 11
1960 6 6
1959 10 10
1958 8 8
1957 7 7
1955 9 9
1954 8 8
1953 9 9
1952 6 6
1948 10 10
1947 5 5

Top States for Marlina (2008)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
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