Name Profile
Marlene
“Star of the sea” — German
GirlGerman3 syllablesCurrent rank #200 (1959)
About Marlene
Steeped in vintage Hollywood glamour, the German name Marlene carries the enchanting meaning star of the sea. This elegant and sophisticated girl's name brings a touch of old-world romance to the modern nursery.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginGerman
Syllables3
Nicknames for Marlene
MarlMarlieMarlyMarMarie
Popularity in the U.S.
Marlene is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Marlene popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Marlene had 1,780 births in 1959.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 3,130 | #112 |
| 1951 | 3,007 | #118 |
| 1952 | 3,131 | #117 |
| 1953 | 2,766 | #128 |
| 1954 | 2,650 | #141 |
| 1955 | 2,568 | #142 |
| 1956 | 2,127 | #170 |
| 1957 | 2,125 | #177 |
| 1958 | 1,965 | #185 |
| 1959 | 1,780 | #200 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Marlene Rose
- Marlene Claire
- Marlene June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Marlene mean?
Marlene is commonly linked to the meaning Star of the sea and is associated with German roots.
Is Marlene a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Marlene is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Marlene?
Popular nicknames include Marl, Marlie, Marly, Mar, Marie.