Marilyn Lea

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Lea — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Lea 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 Lea: Brandin Lea, the lead singer of Texas-based band Flickerstick and side project The February Chorus Gaelynn Lea, an American folk singer, violinist, public speaker and disability advocate Jim Lea (born 1949), English bass guitarist (Slade) Edward Lea (1837–1863), United States Navy officer during the American Civil War Homer Lea (1876–1912), American general in the army of Sun Yat-sen and a writer of several books of geopolitics; cousin to Thomas C. Lea Thomas Calloway Lea, Jr. (1877–1945), American attorney and mayor of El Paso from 1915 to 1917; cousin to Homer Lea Alfred R. 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: Lea

English

Brandin Lea, the lead singer of Texas-based band Flickerstick and side project The February Chorus Gaelynn Lea, an American folk singer, violinist, public speaker and disability advocate Jim Lea (born 1949), English bass guitarist (Slade) Edward Lea (1837–1863), United States Navy officer during the American Civil War Homer Lea (1876–1912), American general in the army of Sun Yat-sen and a writer of several books of geopolitics; cousin to Thomas C. Lea Thomas Calloway Lea, Jr. (1877–1945), American attorney and mayor of El Paso from 1915 to 1917; cousin to Homer Lea Alfred R.

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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 Lea

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 Lea:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Lea?
The surname Lea originates from English. Brandin Lea, the lead singer of Texas-based band Flickerstick and side project The February Chorus Gaelynn Lea, an American folk singer, violinist, public speaker and disability advocate Jim Lea (born 1949), English bass guitarist (Slade) Edward Lea (1837–1863), United States Navy officer during the American Civil War Homer Lea (1876–1912), American general in the army of Sun Yat-sen and a writer of several books of geopolitics; cousin to Thomas C. Lea Thomas Calloway Lea, Jr. (1877–1945), American attorney and mayor of El Paso from 1915 to 1917; cousin to Homer Lea Alfred R.
How common is the surname Lea?
The surname Lea is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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