Girl
Marlene
star of the sea
About Marlene
Vintage glamour meets modern practicality in this sophisticated choice that recalls Hollywood's golden age while remaining thoroughly wearable today. Marlene carries an artistic sensibility, often associated with creative and independent spirits. The name's structure—two clear syllables with emphasis on the second—gives it a European flair that adds distinction. While less common than it once was, this works to its advantage, offering familiarity without oversaturation. Marlene sounds professional in business contexts yet warm in personal settings, providing versatility across life's various stages. It's an ideal selection for parents drawn to names with history and character, those who appreciate the elegance of bygone eras reimagined for contemporary life.
Popularity of the Name Marlene
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | #986 | |||
| 1922 | #974 | |||
| 1923 | #689 | |||
| 1924 | #884 | |||
| 1925 | #983 | |||
| 1926 | #949 | |||
| 1927 | #820 | |||
| 1928 | #712 | |||
| 1929 | #605 | |||
| 1930 | #388 | |||
| 1931 | #95 | |||
| 1932 | #78 | #179 | ||
| 1933 | #50 | #96 | ||
| 1934 | #57 | #76 | ||
| 1935 | #39 | #68 | ||
| 1936 | #39 | #74 | ||
| 1937 | #40 | #61 | ||
| 1938 | #51 | #69 | ||
| 1939 | #64 | #62 | ||
| 1940 | #80 | #31 | ||
| 1941 | #83 | #55 | ||
| 1942 | #84 | #74 | ||
| 1943 | #104 | #78 | ||
| 1944 | #106 | #91 | ||
| 1945 | #110 | #61 | ||
| 1946 | #112 | #78 | ||
| 1947 | #114 | #81 | ||
| 1948 | #109 | #82 | ||
| 1949 | #110 | #103 | ||
| 1950 | #112 | #88 | ||
| 1951 | #118 | #101 | ||
| 1952 | #117 | #96 | ||
| 1953 | #128 | #114 | ||
| 1954 | #141 | #131 | ||
| 1955 | #142 | #123 | ||
| 1956 | #170 | #118 | ||
| 1957 | #177 | #130 | ||
| 1958 | #185 | #148 | ||
| 1959 | #200 | #150 | ||
| 1960 | #209 | #171 | ||
| 1961 | #211 | #154 | ||
| 1962 | #214 | #159 | ||
| 1963 | #219 | #147 | ||
| 1964 | #244 | #143 | ||
| 1965 | #247 | #178 | ||
| 1966 | #249 | #162 | ||
| 1967 | #264 | #201 | #439 | |
| 1968 | #270 | #189 | ||
| 1969 | #304 | #280 | ||
| 1970 | #316 | #248 | #354 | |
| 1971 | #343 | #244 | ||
| 1972 | #343 | #227 | ||
| 1973 | #386 | #225 | ||
| 1974 | #381 | #299 | ||
| 1975 | #409 | #312 | ||
| 1976 | #412 | #330 | ||
| 1977 | #417 | #454 | ||
| 1978 | #440 | #596 | ||
| 1979 | #442 | #373 | ||
| 1980 | #479 | #346 | ||
| 1981 | #472 | #518 | ||
| 1982 | #447 | #500 | ||
| 1983 | #451 | #512 | ||
| 1984 | #473 | #498 | ||
| 1985 | #474 | #445 | ||
| 1986 | #452 | #505 | ||
| 1987 | #449 | |||
| 1988 | #460 | #550 | ||
| 1989 | #412 | |||
| 1990 | #391 | |||
| 1991 | #344 | #694 | ||
| 1992 | #358 | #596 | #602 | |
| 1993 | #407 | #856 | ||
| 1994 | #456 | #759 | ||
| 1995 | #444 | |||
| 1996 | #476 | #804 | ||
| 1997 | #531 | #827 | ||
| 1998 | #573 | |||
| 1999 | #577 | |||
| 2000 | #513 | |||
| 2001 | #544 | |||
| 2002 | #540 | #963 | ||
| 2003 | #513 | |||
| 2004 | #485 | |||
| 2005 | #538 | |||
| 2006 | #515 | |||
| 2007 | #528 | #983 | ||
| 2008 | #629 | |||
| 2009 | #739 | |||
| 2010 | #901 | |||
| 2011 | #874 | |||
| 2012 | #983 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Marlene
Names Similar to Marlene
Nicknames for Marlene
- Mar
- Marley
- Lene
- Marley
Famous People Named Marlene
| Marlene Dietrich | Iconic German-American actress and singer |
| Marlene Johnson | American politician and diplomat |
| Marlene Forte | Cuban-American actress |
| Marlene Kuntz | Italian rock band named after their lead singer |
| Marlene Hagge | American golfer |
| Marlene Clark | American actress |
| Marlene Weingärtner | German tennis player |
| Marlene Favela | Mexican actress |
| Marlene Dumas | South African artist |
| Marlene Zuk | American evolutionary biologist |
| Marlene Mc'Cohen | American voice actress |
| Marlene Elejarde | Cuban long jumper |
| Marlene Warfield | American actress and opera singer |
| Marlene Smith-Baranzini | Swiss alpine skier |
| Marlene Ottey | Jamaican-Slovenian track and field athlete |
| Marlene Stallard | British long-distance runner |
| Marlene Eilers Koenig | American royalty expert and author |
| Marlene Clark- American astrologer and author | |
| Marlene Wind | Danish political scientist |
| Marlene Moseley | American ballet dancer |
Characters Named Marlene
| Marlene Angel | from the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |