Declining since 1986, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Marlana since 1940
Babies named Marlana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 87 |
| 1950s | 133 |
| 1960s | 253 |
| 1970s | 637 |
| 1980s | 805 |
| 1990s | 539 |
| 2000s | 245 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Marlana is a modern feminine name that originated in the United States, first recorded in 1940. It reached its highest popularity in 1978, with usage concentrated in the 1970s. Since 1986, its frequency has been steadily declining. By 2025, it ranked 13,208th, with approximately 1 in 267,878 births. The name exemplifies the mid-20th century trend of blending established names like Mary and Lana to create fresh combinations.
Marlana is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the names Mary and Lana, or Marlene and Ana. It emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century, reflecting a trend of creating distinctive feminine names through combination. The name saw its peak usage in the 1970s but has since declined in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lana, Marla
Sibling names for Marlana
Names that share Marlana's style, for a brother or sister.
