| Meaning | star of the sea |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ri-lynn |
About Marilynn
Marilynn is a charming and versatile name for baby girls with English origins. Derived from the fusion of "Mary" and "Lyn," Marilynn beautifully balances the meanings of "bitter" and "beloved," capturing the intricate tapestry of life's experiences. This name holds both strength and tenderness, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking a name that embodies contrasts. Marilynn's variations like Marilyn and Maralyn provide options while maintaining its distinct allure.
Marilynn's historical and contemporary impact is reflected through accomplished individuals such as LPGA golfer Marilynn Smith and NASA engineer Marilynn Stichweh. In fiction, characters like Marilynn Munster and Marilynn McFly showcase its presence in popular culture.
With versatile nicknames like Mary, Lyn, and Marli, Marilynn offers personalization. A name rich in history, meaning, and adaptability, Marilynn is a delightful choice for parents who desire a name that encapsulates life's diverse emotions and experiences.
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 |