Marilyn Correa

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Correa — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Correa is a name that combines English origins. The first name Marilyn is a feminine given name of English origin. Marilyn is a feminine given name. Origin and meaning Marilyn is a blend of the English given names Mary and Lynn. First record of the name Marilyn: Marilyn Spencer Foster born 1510 in England. It began to be used increasingly in the 1920s, and it reached its peak of popularity in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Variants of the name includes: Maralyn, Marelyn, Marilynn, Marlyn, Marylyn, Marrilyn, Marillyn, Merilyn, Merrelyn and Merrilyn. The surname Correa: Correa is a Spanish surname. Correa is found throughout the Iberian Peninsula. Correa means 'leather strap', 'belt', 'rein', 'shoelace', plural correas. Correa is from the Latin corrigia 'fastening', from corrigere 'to straighten', 'to correct'), applied as a metonymic occupational name for a maker or seller of such articles. Correa is spelt Correia in Portuguese and Galician. Marilyn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 374K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marilyn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marilyn

English

Marilyn is a feminine given name. Origin and meaning Marilyn is a blend of the English given names Mary and Lynn. First record of the name Marilyn: Marilyn Spencer Foster born 1510 in England. It began to be used increasingly in the 1920s, and it reached its peak of popularity in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Variants of the name includes: Maralyn, Marelyn, Marilynn, Marlyn, Marylyn, Marrilyn, Marillyn, Merilyn, Merrelyn and Merrilyn.

Surname: Correa

Spanish

Correa is a Spanish surname. Correa is found throughout the Iberian Peninsula. Correa means 'leather strap', 'belt', 'rein', 'shoelace', plural correas. Correa is from the Latin corrigia 'fastening', from corrigere 'to straighten', 'to correct'), applied as a metonymic occupational name for a maker or seller of such articles. Correa is spelt Correia in Portuguese and Galician.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marilyn is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marilyn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Marilyn Correa

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marilyn Correa:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marilyn?
The first name Marilyn originates from English. Marilyn is a feminine given name. Origin and meaning Marilyn is a blend of the English given names Mary and Lynn. First record of the name Marilyn: Marilyn Spencer Foster born 1510 in England. It began to be used increasingly in the 1920s, and it reached its peak of popularity in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Variants of the name includes: Maralyn, Marelyn, Marilynn, Marlyn, Marylyn, Marrilyn, Marillyn, Merilyn, Merrelyn and Merrilyn.
When was Marilyn most popular?
The name Marilyn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Correa?
The surname Correa originates from Spanish. Correa is a Spanish surname. Correa is found throughout the Iberian Peninsula. Correa means 'leather strap', 'belt', 'rein', 'shoelace', plural correas. Correa is from the Latin corrigia 'fastening', from corrigere 'to straighten', 'to correct'), applied as a metonymic occupational name for a maker or seller of such articles. Correa is spelt Correia in Portuguese and Galician.
What are the origins of the name Marilyn Correa?
The name Marilyn Correa combines two different traditions: the first name Marilyn has English roots, while the surname Correa originates from Spanish.
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