Marlean
Girl nameMarlean has been given to 142 babies in the U.S. since 1923. It peaked in 1940.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
142
Peak year
1940 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1923
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Marlean — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Marlean.
Sibling name ideas for Marlean
Same era and popularity as Marlean, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Marlean?
Marlean has been given to 142 babies in the U.S. since 1923. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Marlean peak?
Marlean peaked in 1940, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Marlean a girl or boy name?
Marlean is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Marlean are girls).
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