Marleen
Marleen is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Bitter star of the sea or tower of Magdala, combining elements of Mary and Magdalene.
Origin and history
Marleen is a Dutch and German variant of Marlene, which is a blend of Maria and Magdalena. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, largely influenced by European cinema and classic Hollywood. In the U.S., it is a less common alternative to the traditional spellings Marlene or Marlene.
Popularity in the United States
4,121 babies in the United States have been named Marleen since 1880. It ranks #2745 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2035.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.5 %)
- NY (12.9 %)
- PA (7.8 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
- MI (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 23 |
| 1930-1940 | 406 |
| 1940-1950 | 822 |
| 1950-1960 | 938 |
| 1960-1970 | 473 |
| 1970-1980 | 313 |
| 1980-1990 | 230 |
| 1990-2000 | 288 |
| 2000-2010 | 363 |
| 2010-2019 | 199 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Famous people named Marleen
- Marleen Gorris: film director, screenwriter
Nicknames
Marley, Lena, Marlie
Fun facts
- Marleen originated as a contraction of Maria and Magdalena, two prominent biblical figures.
- It remains a popular and traditional female name in the Netherlands and Germany.