Holding steady.
Popularity of Marilea since 1923
Babies named Marilea per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1948, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Marilea's real moment was 1939.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 30 |
| 1930s | 45 |
| 1940s | 66 |
| 1950s | 53 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marilea is a rare American name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1923. It peaked in usage during 1939, though it never entered the top 1,000 names. The name is likely a blend of Mary and Lee, a common pattern in early 20th-century American name-making. Its trajectory has remained stable, with infrequent but consistent use across decades. Marilea was primarily recorded in the 1930s, reflecting a trend of inventive compound names during that era. While it has not seen a revival, its similarity to names like Marilee or Marilynn may appeal to parents seeking a vintage-sounding but uncommon choice.
Marilea is a modern invented name, likely a blend of the classic name Mary and the popular suffix or given name Lee. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1923 and saw its peak usage in 1939, though it has always been rare. The name resembles other compound names formed in the early 20th century by combining family or familiar names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mar, Lea, Rilea
Sibling names for Marilea
Names that share Marilea's style, for a brother or sister.
