Marlen
Meaning of Marlen
Marlen is a female name with German origins. In American English, it is pronounced as "MAR-lin" (/mɑrˈlɪn/), while in German it is pronounced as "MAHR-len" (/maʊr-ˈlɛn/). Variations of the name include Marlin and Marlon.
Looking at data for newborns in the United States, Marlen has been moderately popular over the years. In recent times, it has consistently ranked between 2800 and 3300 in terms of occurrence. However, it's worth noting that the popularity of the name has declined since its peak in the early 2000s when it was more commonly given to baby girls.
Overall, Marlen carries a unique charm and offers parents an opportunity to give their daughter a name with German heritage.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as MAHR-len (/maʊr-ˈlɛn/)
American English
- Pronunced as MAR-lin (/mɑrˈlɪn/)
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Notable People Named Marlen
| Marlen Reusser is a Swiss racing cyclist competing for UCI Women's WorldTeam SD Worx. |
| Marlen Haushofer, an Austrian author, is best known for her novel The Wall (1963). |
| Marlen Esparza is an accomplished American professional boxer, known for holding multiple female flyweight titles and winning a bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics. |
