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Girl Name

Marylyn

"Star of the sea and lake; combining Mary (beloved) with Lyn (lake)."

About the Name Marylyn

Meaning

Star of the sea and lake; combining Mary (beloved) with Lyn (lake).

Gender

Girl

First Letter

M

Marylyn is a girl name of Hebrew/Welsh origin. The name means "Star of the sea and lake; combining Mary (beloved) with Lyn (lake)." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with M or explore other Hebrew/Welsh names.

Popularity Over Time

#389
1950
#196
1960
#154
1970
#101
1980
#147
1990
#91
2000
#55
2010
#20
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Marylyn

  • MM Marilyn Monroe (actress)

Names Similar to Marylyn

Marilyn

Girl

Beloved or of the sea; combines Mary with the diminutive suffix -lyn.

Mary

Girl

Star of the sea or beloved. A name with deep spiritual significance in Christian tradition.

Carolyn

Girl

Free woman. Feminine of Charles, meaning freedom and liberty.

Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
7
Starts with
M
Origin
Hebrew/Welsh

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