Marilyn Ligon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Ligon — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Ligon 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 Ligon: Austin Ligon (born c. 1951), American businessman and investor Betty J. Ligon (1921–2015), American journalist Bill Ligon (born 1952), American basketball player David G. Ligon (1804–1855), American jurist and justice of the Supreme Court of Alabama Glenn Ligon (born 1960), American conceptual artist Jennie Ligon (1916–2012), also known as Jeni Le Gon, African-American dancer, dance instructor and actress Jim Ligon (1944–2004), American basketball player Joe Ligon (born 1937 or 1938), American convicted murderer Joe Ligon (singer) (1936–2016), American gospel singer Nina Ligon (born 1991), Tha. 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: Ligon

English

Austin Ligon (born c. 1951), American businessman and investor Betty J. Ligon (1921–2015), American journalist Bill Ligon (born 1952), American basketball player David G. Ligon (1804–1855), American jurist and justice of the Supreme Court of Alabama Glenn Ligon (born 1960), American conceptual artist Jennie Ligon (1916–2012), also known as Jeni Le Gon, African-American dancer, dance instructor and actress Jim Ligon (1944–2004), American basketball player Joe Ligon (born 1937 or 1938), American convicted murderer Joe Ligon (singer) (1936–2016), American gospel singer Nina Ligon (born 1991), Tha.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Marilyn Ligon

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 Ligon:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Ligon?
The surname Ligon originates from English. Austin Ligon (born c. 1951), American businessman and investor Betty J. Ligon (1921–2015), American journalist Bill Ligon (born 1952), American basketball player David G. Ligon (1804–1855), American jurist and justice of the Supreme Court of Alabama Glenn Ligon (born 1960), American conceptual artist Jennie Ligon (1916–2012), also known as Jeni Le Gon, African-American dancer, dance instructor and actress Jim Ligon (1944–2004), American basketball player Joe Ligon (born 1937 or 1938), American convicted murderer Joe Ligon (singer) (1936–2016), American gospel singer Nina Ligon (born 1991), Tha.
How common is the surname Ligon?
The surname Ligon is shared by approximately 6K people worldwide.
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