Marlene Lentz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marlene Lentz — English
136K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marlene Lentz 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 Lentz: Lentz is a Germanic surname. Bryan Lentz (born 1964), attorney and former Pennsylvania legislator Carl Lentz American pastor, former lead pastor of Hillsong Church NYC Daniel Lentz (born 1942), American composer Georges Lentz (born 1965), Luxembourgish/Australian composer Hugo Lentz, (1859–1944), Austrian mechanical engineer and inventor Jim Lentz (born c. 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: Lentz

Germanic

Lentz is a Germanic surname. Bryan Lentz (born 1964), attorney and former Pennsylvania legislator Carl Lentz American pastor, former lead pastor of Hillsong Church NYC Daniel Lentz (born 1942), American composer Georges Lentz (born 1965), Luxembourgish/Australian composer Hugo Lentz, (1859–1944), Austrian mechanical engineer and inventor Jim Lentz (born c.

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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 Lentz

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 Lentz:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Lentz?
The surname Lentz originates from Germanic. Lentz is a Germanic surname. Bryan Lentz (born 1964), attorney and former Pennsylvania legislator Carl Lentz American pastor, former lead pastor of Hillsong Church NYC Daniel Lentz (born 1942), American composer Georges Lentz (born 1965), Luxembourgish/Australian composer Hugo Lentz, (1859–1944), Austrian mechanical engineer and inventor Jim Lentz (born c.
What are the origins of the name Marlene Lentz?
The name Marlene Lentz combines two different traditions: the first name Marlene has English roots, while the surname Lentz originates from Germanic.
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