Marlena

Marlena is often associated with the meanings stemming from its root names. The name signifies a 'sea of bitterness or sorrow,' similar to the name Mary, along with 'magnificent or great,' drawing from the history of Mary Magdalene, an iconic biblical figure.

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Marlena is of German and Hebrew origin. It is often considered as a variation of the name Marlene. Derived from the combination of 'Mary' (Hebrew name 'Miriam,' meaning 'sea of bitterness') and 'Magdalene' (relates to the town of Magdala, and also holds the meaning 'magnificent').

  • Popularity: 5,400th
  • Babies named Marlena in the US in 2023:
    Female: 53
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Mar, Lena, Marley, Mari, Leni.
  • Full Names: Marlena Johnson, Marlena Roberts, Marlena Scott, Marlena Thompson, Marlena White.
  • Famous Namesakes: Marlena Shaw-singer, Marlena Evans-fictional character, Marlena Yissar-actress, Marlena Stell-youtuber, Marlena Mortimer-producer .
  • Gender: Traditionally considered as a feminine name often used for girls
  • Numerology: In numerology, Marlena is associated with the number 9. This number stands for generosity, compassion, and selflessness. People with this number are usually driven by the desire to serve humanity and are often empathetic and understanding toward others.

Marlena has a niche but steady popularity in countries like Germany, Austria, and Poland. It's less common in English-speaking countries but has seen occasional rises in usage due to cultural influence and fictional representation in media.

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