Marlen Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-len / ˈmɑːr.lənGerman; Latin
Meaning
German: little warrior; Latin: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marlen is often considered a variant of Marlene, which has German roots. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in German-speaking countries. The name has also been associated with various cultural figures and artistic works. Its use as a masculine name is less common but still recognized in some regions.
Trend Summary
The name Marlen has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marlon
- Marleno
International Variants
- Marlène (French)
- Marlen (Spanish)
Famous people named Marlen
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Fictional characters named Marlen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marlen was first seen in the United States in 1915. Marlen has ranked as high as #856 nationally, which occurred in 1938, and has been most popular in Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Marlen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marlen (1941)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 12 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 18 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 26 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |