Marilyn
girl name#760 in 2025Marilyn entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #13 in 1936, ranks #760 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1899–2025
#760
rank today
#13
peak (1936)
356
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1596 |
| 1900s | #1096 |
| 1910s | #626 |
| 1920s | #117 |
| 1930s | #17 |
| 1940s | #29 |
| 1950s | #59 |
| 1960s | #154 |
| 1970s | #317 |
| 1980s | #407 |
| 1990s | #444 |
| 2000s | #540 |
| 2010s | #497 |
| 2020s | #701 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marilyn has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 214,000 people named Marilyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marilyn alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marilyn in 2025?
- Marilyn ranks #760 among US girl names in 2025, with 356 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marilyn most popular?
- Marilyn peaked in 1936, reaching #13 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marilyn with classmates?
- Marilyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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