Marleen
Meaning of Marleen
Marleen is a feminine name with German origins. It is pronounced as mar-LEEN in both German and English. The name has variations, such as Marlene. In terms of popularity in the United States, Marleen has been given to newborns consistently over the years, although its ranking has slightly fluctuated. In recent years, there have been about 14 to 33 occurrences annually, with a peak of 80 occurrences in 2007. While not among the most popular names, Marleen still remains a charming choice for parents looking for a unique yet familiar name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as mar-LEEN (/maˈliːn/)
English
- Pronunced as mar-LEEN (/mərˈlin/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Marleen
| Marleen Veldhuis - Magdalena Johanna Maria "Marleen" Veldhuis, a retired Dutch swimmer, achieved world records in four events and won numerous world and European championships medals, including an Olympic bronze in 2012. |
| Marleen Gorris is a Dutch writer and director known for her outspoken feminism and support for LGBTQ+ issues, with her film "Antonia's Line" making her the first woman to win an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film in 1995. |
| Marleen Molenaar is a retired Dutch footballer who played as a forward for the Netherlands women's national football team and later became a successful coach, overseeing Eredivisie clubs AZ Alkmaar and AFC Ajax. |
| Marleen van Iersel - Marleen Maria van Iersel is a professional beach volleyball player from the Netherlands, born in Breda. |
| Marleen Barth - Magdalena Antoinette Maria 'Marleen' Barth is a Dutch politician, trade unionist, and former journalist affiliated with the Labour Party (PvdA). |
