Marlena
girl name#2957 in 2025Marlena entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #430 in 1978, ranks #2957 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
#2957
rank today
#430
peak (1978)
56
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4973 |
| 1930s | #2258 |
| 1940s | #1461 |
| 1950s | #1187 |
| 1960s | #1086 |
| 1970s | #832 |
| 1980s | #736 |
| 1990s | #921 |
| 2000s | #1729 |
| 2010s | #2355 |
| 2020s | #2916 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marlena has been most popular in PA, CA, MI.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Marlena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlena alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlena in 2025?
- Marlena ranks #2957 among US girl names in 2025, with 56 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlena most popular?
- Marlena peaked in 1978, reaching #430 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marlena with classmates?
- Marlena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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