Marlene Wentz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marlene Wentz — English
136K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marlene Wentz 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 Wentz: Barney Wentz, American football player Carson Wentz, American football player Earl Wentz, American composer and pianist Eiji Wentz, Japanese singer for the band WaT Elisabet Wentz-Janacek (1923–2014) Swedish author and composer Janet Wentz, American politician Joey Wentz, American baseball player Lewis Haines Wentz, American oil businessman Myron W. Wentz, American businessman Siegfried Wentz, German athlete Zachary Wentz, American wrestler Walter Evans-Wentz, American anthropologist 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: Wentz

English

Barney Wentz, American football player Carson Wentz, American football player Earl Wentz, American composer and pianist Eiji Wentz, Japanese singer for the band WaT Elisabet Wentz-Janacek (1923–2014) Swedish author and composer Janet Wentz, American politician Joey Wentz, American baseball player Lewis Haines Wentz, American oil businessman Myron W. Wentz, American businessman Siegfried Wentz, German athlete Zachary Wentz, American wrestler Walter Evans-Wentz, American anthropologist

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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 Wentz

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 Wentz:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Wentz?
The surname Wentz originates from English. Barney Wentz, American football player Carson Wentz, American football player Earl Wentz, American composer and pianist Eiji Wentz, Japanese singer for the band WaT Elisabet Wentz-Janacek (1923–2014) Swedish author and composer Janet Wentz, American politician Joey Wentz, American baseball player Lewis Haines Wentz, American oil businessman Myron W. Wentz, American businessman Siegfried Wentz, German athlete Zachary Wentz, American wrestler Walter Evans-Wentz, American anthropologist
How common is the surname Wentz?
The surname Wentz is shared by approximately 8K people worldwide.
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