Marilou
Marilou is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Combination of Mary (wished-for child, beloved, or bitter) and Lou (famous warrior).
Origin and history
Marilou is a French compound name combining Mary (or Marie) and Lou (a diminutive of Louise). It has historically been used in French-speaking regions and adopted in the United States as a charming double-barrel styled name. In the U.S., it saw its peak popularity mid-century and remains a rare, vintage choice today.
Popularity in the United States
3,231 babies in the United States have been named Marilou since 1880. It ranks #3128 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2069.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.5 %)
- OH (15.6 %)
- IL (15.4 %)
- NY (13.7 %)
- PA (13.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 64 |
| 1920-1930 | 376 |
| 1930-1940 | 618 |
| 1940-1950 | 729 |
| 1950-1960 | 697 |
| 1960-1970 | 295 |
| 1970-1980 | 143 |
| 1980-1990 | 106 |
| 1990-2000 | 81 |
| 2000-2010 | 47 |
| 2010-2019 | 43 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Marilou
- Marilou Berry: Actress, Director
- Marilou Henner: Actress, Author
Nicknames
Mary, Lou
Fun facts
- Marilou belongs to the mid-20th century tradition of blending two classic feminine names into a single portmanteau.