Marilyn Phoenix

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Phoenix — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Phoenix 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 Phoenix: Arlyn Phoenix (born 1944), American activist Charles Phoenix (born 1962), American historian/humorist Nick Phoenix (born 1967), British composer Joaquin Phoenix (born 1974), American actor, producer and musician Pat Phoenix (1923–1986), British actress Rain Phoenix (born 1972), American actress River Phoenix (1970–1993), American actor, musician and activist. Summer Phoenix (born 1978), American actress Thomas Phoenix, American lawyer and politician Tanit Phoenix (born 1980), South African super model and actress 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: Phoenix

English

Arlyn Phoenix (born 1944), American activist Charles Phoenix (born 1962), American historian/humorist Nick Phoenix (born 1967), British composer Joaquin Phoenix (born 1974), American actor, producer and musician Pat Phoenix (1923–1986), British actress Rain Phoenix (born 1972), American actress River Phoenix (1970–1993), American actor, musician and activist. Summer Phoenix (born 1978), American actress Thomas Phoenix, American lawyer and politician Tanit Phoenix (born 1980), South African super model and actress

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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 Phoenix:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Phoenix?
The surname Phoenix originates from English. Arlyn Phoenix (born 1944), American activist Charles Phoenix (born 1962), American historian/humorist Nick Phoenix (born 1967), British composer Joaquin Phoenix (born 1974), American actor, producer and musician Pat Phoenix (1923–1986), British actress Rain Phoenix (born 1972), American actress River Phoenix (1970–1993), American actor, musician and activist. Summer Phoenix (born 1978), American actress Thomas Phoenix, American lawyer and politician Tanit Phoenix (born 1980), South African super model and actress
How common is the surname Phoenix?
The surname Phoenix is shared by approximately 3K people worldwide.
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