Marilyn Pfeffer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Pfeffer — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Pfeffer 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 Pfeffer: Anna Pfeffer (born 1946), Hungarian Olympic medalist sprint canoer Anshel Pfeffer, British journalist Anton Pfeffer (born 1965), Austrian footballer Big Jeff Pfeffer (1882–1954), Major League pitcher (not to be confused with his brother Jeff Pfeffer) Camilla Pfeffer (born 1993), German gymnast David Pfeffer (born 1982), German singer Franz Pfeffer von Salomon (1888–1968), German first commander of the SA Fred Pfeffer (1860–1932), American baseball player Fritz Pfeffer (1889–1944), Nazi victim Georg Johann Pfeffer (1854–1931), German zoologist Georg Pfeffer (1943–2020), German anthropologist Ja. 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: Pfeffer

English

Anna Pfeffer (born 1946), Hungarian Olympic medalist sprint canoer Anshel Pfeffer, British journalist Anton Pfeffer (born 1965), Austrian footballer Big Jeff Pfeffer (1882–1954), Major League pitcher (not to be confused with his brother Jeff Pfeffer) Camilla Pfeffer (born 1993), German gymnast David Pfeffer (born 1982), German singer Franz Pfeffer von Salomon (1888–1968), German first commander of the SA Fred Pfeffer (1860–1932), American baseball player Fritz Pfeffer (1889–1944), Nazi victim Georg Johann Pfeffer (1854–1931), German zoologist Georg Pfeffer (1943–2020), German anthropologist Ja.

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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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Numerology

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

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Pfeffer?
The surname Pfeffer originates from English. Anna Pfeffer (born 1946), Hungarian Olympic medalist sprint canoer Anshel Pfeffer, British journalist Anton Pfeffer (born 1965), Austrian footballer Big Jeff Pfeffer (1882–1954), Major League pitcher (not to be confused with his brother Jeff Pfeffer) Camilla Pfeffer (born 1993), German gymnast David Pfeffer (born 1982), German singer Franz Pfeffer von Salomon (1888–1968), German first commander of the SA Fred Pfeffer (1860–1932), American baseball player Fritz Pfeffer (1889–1944), Nazi victim Georg Johann Pfeffer (1854–1931), German zoologist Georg Pfeffer (1943–2020), German anthropologist Ja.
How common is the surname Pfeffer?
The surname Pfeffer is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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