Marylin
Marylin is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Combination of Mary (wished-for child or beloved) and Lynn (lake or waterfall).
Origin and history
Marylin is an English given name, originating as a spelling variant of Marilyn, which blends Mary and Lynn. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, heavily influenced by Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe. In the United States, it remains a recognized but less common alternative spelling.
Popularity in the United States
4,379 babies in the United States have been named Marylin since 1880. It ranks #2653 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2035.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.7 %)
- NY (22.3 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- OH (7.8 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 8 |
| 1920-1930 | 277 |
| 1930-1940 | 981 |
| 1940-1950 | 944 |
| 1950-1960 | 621 |
| 1960-1970 | 335 |
| 1970-1980 | 212 |
| 1980-1990 | 147 |
| 1990-2000 | 247 |
| 2000-2010 | 297 |
| 2010-2019 | 244 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Nicknames
Mary, Lynn, Mari
Fun facts
- Marylin evolved as an alternative spelling of Marilyn during the peak of its popularity in the early to mid-20th century.
- Like its parent name, Marylin experienced its highest usage in the mid-1900s.