Marilyn Stribling

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marilyn Stribling — English
374K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marilyn Stribling 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 Stribling: Bill Stribling (1927–2006), American football end in the National Football League Channing Stribling (born 1994), American football player Cornelius Stribling (1796–1880), rear admiral in the United States Navy De'Zhaun Stribling (born 2002), American football player Melissa Stribling (1927–1992), Scottish film and television actress Michael Stribling (born 1951), American musician, best known for his series of New Age albums Robert Mackey Stribling (1833–1914), doctor, soldier and representative to the Virginia House of Delegates Thomas Sigismund Stribling (1881–1965), American writer and law. 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: Stribling

Scottish

Bill Stribling (1927–2006), American football end in the National Football League Channing Stribling (born 1994), American football player Cornelius Stribling (1796–1880), rear admiral in the United States Navy De'Zhaun Stribling (born 2002), American football player Melissa Stribling (1927–1992), Scottish film and television actress Michael Stribling (born 1951), American musician, best known for his series of New Age albums Robert Mackey Stribling (1833–1914), doctor, soldier and representative to the Virginia House of Delegates Thomas Sigismund Stribling (1881–1965), American writer and law.

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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 Stribling

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 Stribling:

4
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Stribling?
The surname Stribling originates from Scottish. Bill Stribling (1927–2006), American football end in the National Football League Channing Stribling (born 1994), American football player Cornelius Stribling (1796–1880), rear admiral in the United States Navy De'Zhaun Stribling (born 2002), American football player Melissa Stribling (1927–1992), Scottish film and television actress Michael Stribling (born 1951), American musician, best known for his series of New Age albums Robert Mackey Stribling (1833–1914), doctor, soldier and representative to the Virginia House of Delegates Thomas Sigismund Stribling (1881–1965), American writer and law.
What are the origins of the name Marilyn Stribling?
The name Marilyn Stribling combines two different traditions: the first name Marilyn has English roots, while the surname Stribling originates from Scottish.
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