Marlene
Marlene is a Christian girl name of German, from Hebrew origin, meaning “Contraction of Maria Magdalena”.
| Meaning | Contraction of Maria Magdalena |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | German, from Hebrew |
| Pronunciation | mar-LEEN |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Germany, United States, Netherlands, Mexico |
Meaning and origin of Marlene
Marlene is a German contraction of Maria Magdalena, joining Mary and Magdalene in one short name. The actress Marlene Dietrich, born Marie Magdalene Dietrich, made it internationally famous in the 1930s, and the soldiers' song 'Lili Marleen' added to its popularity. The 'star of the sea' meaning sometimes given is a gloss on Mary rather than on Marlene itself.
Is Marlene a Christian name?
Marlene combines the names of the Virgin Mary and Mary Magdalene, so it has Christian roots, though it is often chosen for its glamour.
How popular is Marlene?
Popular in the mid twentieth century and still used in Germany and Latin America.
Gifts with the name Marlene
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marlene mean?
Marlene means 'Contraction of Maria Magdalena'. It is of German, from Hebrew origin.
Is Marlene a Christian name?
Marlene combines the names of the Virgin Mary and Mary Magdalene, so it has Christian roots, though it is often chosen for its glamour.
How do you pronounce Marlene?
Marlene is pronounced mar-LEEN.
Is Marlene a boy or girl name?
Marlene is usually a girl name.