Marilene
girl nameMarilene entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2521 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#2521
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4814 |
| 1920s | #4376 |
| 1930s | #3374 |
| 1940s | #3930 |
| 1950s | #4895 |
| 1960s | #6009 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Marilene are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Marilene alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marilene in 2025?
- Marilene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Marilene most popular?
- Marilene peaked in 1936, reaching #2521 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marilene with classmates?
- Marilene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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