Marlena

German variation of Madeline; combination of Mary and Magdalen

Marlena Origin and Meaning

The name Marlena is a girl's name.

Marlena is a feminine name with various European origins, primarily formed as a blend of 'Maria' and 'Elena' or 'Magdalena.' The name carries a romantic, elegant quality while maintaining strength. With Latin roots connected to the names Mary and Helen, Marlena suggests traditional feminine virtues like grace, nurturing, and inner beauty. Though never among the most popular names in the US, Marlena has maintained consistent usage since the mid-20th century, with periodic boosts from characters in literature and television. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing syllables, making it both sophisticated and accessible. Marlena offers the appeal of being recognizable without being overly common.

Marlena Rank in US Top 1000

# 944 in the US

Popularity of the name Marlena

• 181 Germany 2016
• 107 Poland 2020

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Famous People Named Marlena

• Marlena Shaw (born Marlina Burgess) American soul singer
• Marlena Hilari Wesh Haitian,American sprinter
• Marlena Spieler American chef and cookbook author

The name Marlena in Pop Culture

• Marlena Magdelene Harmony "Nana" McQueen character on British soap "Hollyoaks"
• Marlena Rosenbluth character in the novel (and movie) "Water for Elephants"
• Marlena Evans character on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives"
• Marlena Queen of Eternia, mother of He,Man and She,Ra in the animated series
• Marlena Gru mother of Gru in the "Despicable Me films"
• "Marlena " song by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
• "Three Marlenas " song by The Wallflowers