Marianne
Marianne is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Combination of Marie (star of the sea, beloved) and Anne (grace, favor).
Origin and history
Marianne is a classic name derived from the combination of the French names Marie and Anne. Historically associated with the national personification of the French Republic, it gained wide usage in English-speaking regions as a compound classic. In the United States, it enjoyed peak popularity during the mid-20th century and remains a recognizable, timeless choice.
Popularity in the United States
65,520 babies in the United States have been named Marianne since 1880. It ranks #503 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1549.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.1 %)
- PA (11.2 %)
- CA (9.4 %)
- IL (8.2 %)
- OH (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 44 |
| 1900-1910 | 159 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,201 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,858 |
| 1930-1940 | 6,610 |
| 1940-1950 | 11,946 |
| 1950-1960 | 18,480 |
| 1960-1970 | 11,948 |
| 1970-1980 | 4,730 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,292 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,577 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,147 |
| 2010-2019 | 963 |
| 2020-2029 | 554 |
Famous people named Marianne
- Marianne Faithfull: Singer, Songwriter
- Marianne Williamson: Author, Activist
- Marianne Jean-Baptiste: Actress
Nicknames
Mary, Mari, Annie
Fun facts
- Marianne is the national personification of the French Republic, representing liberty, equality, and reason.
- Marianne Dashwood is a primary character in Jane Austen's famous 1811 novel Sense and Sensibility.