Marylou
Marylou is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Wished-for child or beloved, combined with famous warrior.
Origin and history
Marylou is a classic English compound name combining Mary and Lou. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States as part of a trend of double-barreled names. While less common today, it remains a recognizable vintage combination.
Popularity in the United States
13,112 babies in the United States have been named Marylou since 1880. It ranks #1396 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1953.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.8 %)
- CA (14 %)
- PA (11.1 %)
- TX (8 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 54 |
| 1910-1920 | 313 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,251 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,621 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,141 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,128 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,598 |
| 1970-1980 | 536 |
| 1980-1990 | 517 |
| 1990-2000 | 356 |
| 2000-2010 | 209 |
| 2010-2019 | 228 |
| 2020-2029 | 148 |
Famous people named Marylou
- Marylou Whitney: Philanthropist, Racehorse Owner
Nicknames
Mary, Lou
Fun facts
- Marylou belongs to a peak mid-20th-century American trend of combining Mary with shorter second names like Lou, Ann, or Ellen.
- The name blends Mary, of Hebrew origin, with Lou, a short form of Louise or Louis of Germanic origin.