Marlene Morell

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marlene Morell — English
136K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marlene Morell 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 Morell: Surname Abelardo Morell (born 1948), Boston-based photographer Alvin Morell Bentley (1918–1969), politician from the U.S. state of Michigan André Morell (1909–1978), British actor Barry Morell (1927–2003), American operatic tenor Curdin Morell (born 1963), Swiss bobsledder George Morell (Michigan jurist) (1786–1845), American jurist George W. 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: Morell

English

Surname Abelardo Morell (born 1948), Boston-based photographer Alvin Morell Bentley (1918–1969), politician from the U.S. state of Michigan André Morell (1909–1978), British actor Barry Morell (1927–2003), American operatic tenor Curdin Morell (born 1963), Swiss bobsledder George Morell (Michigan jurist) (1786–1845), American jurist George W.

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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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Numerology

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

8
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Morell?
The surname Morell originates from English. Surname Abelardo Morell (born 1948), Boston-based photographer Alvin Morell Bentley (1918–1969), politician from the U.S. state of Michigan André Morell (1909–1978), British actor Barry Morell (1927–2003), American operatic tenor Curdin Morell (born 1963), Swiss bobsledder George Morell (Michigan jurist) (1786–1845), American jurist George W.
How common is the surname Morell?
The surname Morell is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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