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The name Marilyn is of Hebrew, English origin and is typically given to Girls. It is associated with the Judaism religion. Numerologically, Marilyn is often linked to the number 2.
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What does the name Marilyn mean? What is the meaning of the name Marilyn
Meaning of Marilyn: Name Marilyn in the Hebrew, English origin, means Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary;. Name Marilyn is of Hebrew, English origin and is a Girl name. People with name Marilyn are usually Judaism by religion.
Name
Marilyn
Meaning
Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary;
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 7 characters
Spell
M-A-R-I-L-Y-N
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
2
Indian Vedic Numerology
8
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Famous people with name Marilyn (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Marilyn Do you know a notable person named Marilyn? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Marilyn Quayle
Marilyn Tucker Quayle (born July 29, 1949) is an American lawyer and novelist.
- Marilyn Norry
Marilyn Norry (born October 4, 1957 in Peterborough, Ontario) is a Canadian actress performing on stage across Canada and in films and television around the world.
- Marilyn vos Savant
Marilyn vos Savant (; born 1946) is an American magazine columnist, author, lecturer, and playwright.
- Marilyn Manson
Brian Hugh Warner (born January 5, 1969), known professionally as Marilyn Manson, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, visual artist, and former music journalist.
- Marilyn Milian
Marilyn Milian (born May 1, 1961) is an American television personality, lecturer, and retired Florida Circuit Court judge who presides over the American courtroom television series The People's Court.
- Marilyn Martin
Marilyn Martin (born May 4, 1954) is an American singer and songwriter.
- Marilyn Hickey
Marilyn Allene Hickey (born July 1, 1931) is an American Christian minister and televangelist who teaches Bible studies both nationally and internationally.
- Marilyn (singer)
Peter Robinson (born 3 November 1962) better known as Marilyn, is a British/Jamaican pop singer and songwriter.
- Marilyn McCoo
Marilyn McCoo (born September 30, 1943) is an American singer, actress, and television presenter, who is best known for being the lead female vocalist in the group The 5th Dimension, as well as hosting the 1980s music countdown series Solid Gold.
- Marilyn Ghigliotti
Marilyn Ghigliotti (born August 10, 1961) is an American character actress, best known for playing Veronica Loughran in Clerks.
- Marilyn Denis
Marilyn Denis (born July 1, 1958) is a Canadian television and radio personality.
- Marilyn Cole
Marilyn Cole (born 7 May 1949) is Playboy magazine's January 1972 Playmate of the Month.
- Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford
Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford (née Rovell; born February 6, 1947) is an American singer best known as the first wife of Beach Boy Brian Wilson, and as the mother of singers Carnie Wilson and Wendy Wilson of Wilson Phillips.
- Marilyn Hanold
Marilyn Hanold (born June 9, 1938) is an American model and actress.
- Marilyn Strathern
Dame Ann Marilyn Strathern, DBE (née Evans; born 6 March 1941) is a British anthropologist, who has worked largely with the Mount Hagen people of Papua New Guinea and dealt with issues in the UK of reproductive technologies.
- Marilyn Lightstone
Marilyn Lightstone (born June 28, 1940) is a Canadian film and television voice actress and writer.
- Marilyn Kirkpatrick
Marilyn Kaye Kirkpatrick (born March 11, 1967) is an American politician.
- Marilyn Hassett
Marilyn Hassett (born December 17, 1947, Los Angeles, California) is an American screen and television actress.
- Marilyn Tavenner
Marilyn Barbour Tavenner (born May 31, 1951) is an American government official and healthcare executive who served as the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, from 2011 to 2015.
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Marilyn - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Magha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Marilyn is Magha. The Nakshatra Magha of the name Marilyn is connected to the deity Pitris (Ancestors), and is ruled by the Ketu. The symbol for Marilyn is Royal Throne, and it is characterized by Leadership, Power. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Proud, Dignified.| name | Maghā |
|---|---|
| Deity | Pitris (Ancestors) |
| Ruling Planet | Ketu |
| Symbol | Royal Throne |
| Primary Quality | Leadership, Power |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Proud, Dignified |
Numerology of Marilyn
Numerology for Marilyn - Number 2 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Marilyn Numerology: Name Marilyn has a number value of 2 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 2 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 8 |
| Motivation Number | 1 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 11 |
| Inner Dream Number | 1 |
| Soul Urge Number | 1 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 1 |
| Personality Number | 1 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Marilyn
Syllables in Marilyn Name
How many syllables in baby name Marilyn? Marilyn has 3 syllables. The name "Marilyn" can be divided into 3 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Marilyn? | 3 (ma - ri - lyn) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 7 |
| Unique letters: | 7 (m, a, r, i, l, y, n) |
| Marilyn backwards: | nyliram |
| Marilyn sorted alphabetically: | ailmnry |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | M-A-R-I-L-Y-N |
| Pronunciation |
Name Marilyn is combinations of, 1 occurance of M, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of I, 1 occurance of L, 1 occurance of Y, 1 occurance of N.
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Birthday Wishes for Marilyn
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Marilyn
Marilyn's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Marilyn on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Marilyn! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Marilyn, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Marilyn! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Marilyn
What is the meaning of Marilyn?
Name Marilyn means Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary; as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Marilyn Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Marilyn?
Name Marilyn has numerology 8 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Marilyn?
Numerology number of Marilyn is 8 (Vedic) and 2 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Marilyn?
The lucky number of name Marilyn is 8 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Marilyn name?
The name Marilyn has 7 letters. The name Marilyn consists of 1 word with 7 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Marilyn?
Name Marilyn belongs to Magha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Marilyn come from?
Marilyn is a Hebrew, English name given to Girls as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Marilyn?
The name Marilyn is of Hebrew, English origin and is used within Judaism communities.
What does Marilyn mean?
Name Marilyn means Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary; as per The ParentZ
What does the name Marilyn mean?
Marilyn is of Hebrew, English origin and means Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary; as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Marilyn?
Marilyn means Hebrew - Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To Swell; A variant form of Maria; As Mary; and is a Hebrew, English name given to Girls as per The ParentZ
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The name Marilyn consists of 7 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Marilyn! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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