Marlene
boy nameMarlene entered the US charts in 1931, peaked at #1417 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1931–2025
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rank today
#1417
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #1945 |
| 1940s | #2526 |
| 1950s | #3459 |
| 1960s | #3400 |
| 1970s | #4746 |
| 1980s | #6078 |
| 1990s | #6501 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Marlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlene alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlene in 2025?
- Marlene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Marlene most popular?
- Marlene peaked in 1936, reaching #1417 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marlene with classmates?
- Marlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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