| Meaning | star of the sea |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ri-lynn |
About Marilynn
Marilynn enchants with vintage charm experiencing delightful renaissance. This elegant compound name blends two classic elements into sophisticated harmony, creating something greater than its parts. The double-n spelling adds distinctive flair while maintaining the name's graceful essence. Marilynn evokes images of grace, poise, and timeless femininity without feeling restrictive or old-fashioned. It suits parents drawn to retro aesthetics and nostalgic beauty reimagined for contemporary times. The name's length and rhythm create stately presence in written form while remaining pleasant when spoken. Marilynn offers various nickname possibilities for casual settings while preserving full dignity for formal occasions. It pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern surnames, creating balanced combinations. This choice reflects appreciation for names with history and substance over fleeting trends.
Nicknames for Marilynn
| Mari |
| Lynn |
| Mary |
| Lynnie |
Famous People Named Marilynn
| Marilynn Smith | LPGA golfer |
| Marilynn Moe | Olympic swimmer |
| Marilynn Stichweh | NASA aerospace engineer |
| Marilynn Ham | fashion designer |
| Marilynn Jean Myers | actress |
| Marilynn Doenges | nurse theorist |
| Marilynn Brewer | social psychologist |
| Marilynn Deiter | educational researcher |
| Marilynn Richtarik | literary scholar |
| Marilynn B. Brewer | psychologist |
| Marilynn Loveless | author |
| Marilynn Marr | artist |
| Marilynn Larkin | journalist |
| Marilynn Legg | historian |
| Marilynn S. Johnson | historian |
| Marilynn Ritchie | bioinformatician |
| Marilynn K. Yee | photographer |
| Marilynn Grozopsky | educator |
| Marilynn Larew | author |
| Marilynn S. Collins | chemist |
Characters Named Marilynn
| Marilynn Munster | The Munsters TV series |
| Marilynn Whalen | character in "Catcher in the Rye" |
| Marilynn MacGyver | MacGyver TV series |
| Marilynn Drexler | CSI - Miami TV series |
| Marilynn Scully | The X-Files TV series |
| Marilynn Giddens | character in "Friday Night Lights" |
| Marilynn Finch | character in "Prometheus Rising" |
| Marilynn McFly | Back to the Future film series |
| Marilynn Burnside | The West Wing TV series |
| Marilynn Moseby | The Suite Life of Zack & Cody TV series |
| Marilynn Tilden | character in "ER" TV series |
| Marilynn Taylor | character in "Desperate Housewives" |
| Marilynn Sawyer | Lost TV series |
| Marilynn Wheeler | character in "The Good Wife" TV series |
| Marilynn Hartley | character in "Days of Our Lives" TV series |
| Marilynn Marks | character in "NCIS" TV series |
| Marilynn Sheldon | character in "The Big Bang Theory" |
| Marilynn Tanner | character in "Full House" TV series |
| Marilynn Gallagher | character in "Shameless" TV series |