Girl
Marlena
star of the sea
About Marlena
Marlena possesses a sophisticated continental flair that effortlessly bridges classic and contemporary sensibilities. The name flows with a melodic rhythm, its three syllables creating a balanced, harmonious sound. There's something inherently glamorous about Marlena—it suggests old Hollywood elegance while remaining perfectly suited for a modern child. The name offers natural nickname options like Marley or Lena, providing flexibility as your daughter grows. Marlena stands confidently on its own, never fading into the background, making it an excellent choice for parents who want their daughter to have a name with presence and timeless appeal.
Popularity of the Name Marlena
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | #986 | |||
| 1954 | #948 | |||
| 1967 | #981 | |||
| 1968 | #961 | |||
| 1969 | #890 | |||
| 1970 | #992 | |||
| 1974 | #981 | |||
| 1975 | #941 | |||
| 1976 | #827 | |||
| 1977 | #464 | |||
| 1978 | #430 | |||
| 1979 | #511 | #372 | ||
| 1980 | #611 | |||
| 1981 | #681 | |||
| 1982 | #620 | |||
| 1983 | #701 | |||
| 1984 | #721 | |||
| 1985 | #752 | |||
| 1986 | #711 | |||
| 1987 | #812 | |||
| 1988 | #884 | |||
| 1989 | #888 | |||
| 1990 | #965 | |||
| 1991 | #842 | |||
| 1992 | #807 | #881 | ||
| 1993 | #806 | #879 | ||
| 1994 | #840 | |||
| 1995 | #998 | |||
| 1996 | #926 | |||
| 1997 | #972 | |||
| 1998 | #945 | |||
| 2010 | #851 | |||
| 2011 | #588 | |||
| 2013 | #815 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Marlena
Names Similar to Marlena
Nicknames for Marlena
- Mar
- Lena
- Marley
- Leni
Famous People Named Marlena
| Marlena Dietrich | German-American actress and singer |
| Marlena Shaw | American jazz and soul singer |
| Marlena Smalls | American singer and songwriter |
| Marlena Evans | played by Deidre Hall - Character on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" |
| Marlena Howard | Australian swimmer and Olympic gold medalist |
| Marlena Pavlova | Bulgarian rhythmic gymnast |
| Marlena Wyman | Canadian artist and photographer |
| Marlena Ernman | Swedish opera singer and mother of Greta Thunberg |
| Marlena Kleinman | Polish-Israeli Holocaust survivor and author |
| Marlena Chertock | American poet and science writer |
Characters Named Marlena
| Marlena Rosenbluth | Character in the novel "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen |
| Marlena Diamond | Character in the TV series "Riverdale" |
| Marlena Evans | Character on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives" |
| Marlena Gru | Character in the "Despicable Me" movie series |
| Marlena Sinclair | Character in the TV series "Supernatural" |
| Marlena Moreau | Character in the video game "BioShock" |
| Marlena St. George | Character in the TV series "The Big Bang Theory" |
| Marlena Griggs | Character in the TV series "Stranger Things" |
| Marlena "Marly" Templeton | Character in the book "Remember Me" by Christopher Pike |
| Marlena | Character in the film "The Ring" |