Marlene Armijo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marlene Armijo — English
136K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marlene Armijo is a name that combines English origins. The first name Marlene is a feminine given name of English origin. Marlene is a German feminine given name. It is derived from Maria combined with Magdalene. It was popularized by actress and singer Marlene Dietrich. It also came into wider use in the 1940s due to the popular song Lili Marlene. The traditional German pronunciation is mar-LAY-nuh. The North American English pronunciation of the name is mar-LEEN. Phonetic variants include Marlena and Marleen. Marlene has been a well-used name throughout the Western world. The surname Armijo: Alberto Armijo (1926–2021), Costa Rican football player Antonio Armijo (1804–1850), Mexican explorer and merchant Christina Armijo (born 1951), American judge Dolores Elizabeth “Lola” Chávez de Armijo (1858–1929), American librarian José Gabriel de Armijo (1774–1830), Spanish-Mexican military commander Manuel Armijo (c. 1793–1853), Governor of New Mexico prior to the American conquest in 1846–1848. Perfecto Armijo (1845–1913), American frontier trader, store owner, probate judge, county sheriff, alderman, county treasurer and rancher Marlene is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 136K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marlene reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marlene

English

Marlene is a German feminine given name. It is derived from Maria combined with Magdalene. It was popularized by actress and singer Marlene Dietrich. It also came into wider use in the 1940s due to the popular song Lili Marlene. The traditional German pronunciation is mar-LAY-nuh. The North American English pronunciation of the name is mar-LEEN. Phonetic variants include Marlena and Marleen. Marlene has been a well-used name throughout the Western world.

Surname: Armijo

Spanish

Alberto Armijo (1926–2021), Costa Rican football player Antonio Armijo (1804–1850), Mexican explorer and merchant Christina Armijo (born 1951), American judge Dolores Elizabeth “Lola” Chávez de Armijo (1858–1929), American librarian José Gabriel de Armijo (1774–1830), Spanish-Mexican military commander Manuel Armijo (c. 1793–1853), Governor of New Mexico prior to the American conquest in 1846–1848. Perfecto Armijo (1845–1913), American frontier trader, store owner, probate judge, county sheriff, alderman, county treasurer and rancher

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marlene is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marlene by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Marlene Armijo

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 Marlene Armijo:

8
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Marlene?
The first name Marlene originates from English. Marlene is a German feminine given name. It is derived from Maria combined with Magdalene. It was popularized by actress and singer Marlene Dietrich. It also came into wider use in the 1940s due to the popular song Lili Marlene. The traditional German pronunciation is mar-LAY-nuh. The North American English pronunciation of the name is mar-LEEN. Phonetic variants include Marlena and Marleen. Marlene has been a well-used name throughout the Western world.
When was Marlene most popular?
The name Marlene reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Armijo?
The surname Armijo originates from Spanish. Alberto Armijo (1926–2021), Costa Rican football player Antonio Armijo (1804–1850), Mexican explorer and merchant Christina Armijo (born 1951), American judge Dolores Elizabeth “Lola” Chávez de Armijo (1858–1929), American librarian José Gabriel de Armijo (1774–1830), Spanish-Mexican military commander Manuel Armijo (c. 1793–1853), Governor of New Mexico prior to the American conquest in 1846–1848. Perfecto Armijo (1845–1913), American frontier trader, store owner, probate judge, county sheriff, alderman, county treasurer and rancher
What are the origins of the name Marlene Armijo?
The name Marlene Armijo combines two different traditions: the first name Marlene has English roots, while the surname Armijo originates from Spanish.
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