Merlene

Merlene Origin and Meaning

The name Merlene is a girl's name.

Merlene is a feminine name that likely evolved as a variation of Marlene or a combination of Mary and Lene/Lena. Marlene itself gained popularity through actress Marlene Dietrich in the early 20th century and is a contracted form of Maria Magdalena. Merlene has a melodic, flowing quality with its soft consonants and gentle ending. The name experienced modest popularity in the United States during the 1920s-1940s but has since become quite uncommon. With its vintage charm and musical sound, Merlene evokes a sense of old-fashioned elegance. Despite its rarity today, it represents a style of feminine names that combined traditional elements with a distinctive flair, characteristic of early-to-mid 20th century naming patterns.

Merlene Rank in US Top 1000

# 983 in the US