Holding steady, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Marlette since 1930
Babies named Marlette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 39 |
| 1960s | 82 |
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Marlette is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1930. It reached its peak popularity in 1967, but even then it was uncommon. By 2025, the name ranked 10,107th with an incidence of roughly 1 in 178,585 births. Its trajectory has been fairly stable, with no significant resurgence. The name does not have strong ties to any specific state or region. Marlette is likely a modern elaboration of familiar names like Mary or Marlene, using the fashionable suffix -ette, which adds a delicate, French-inspired feel. Despite its rarity, it has a crisp, melodic quality that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name. Historical associations are minimal, as no famous bearers have been recorded.
Marlette appears to be a modern coinage, likely a diminutive or elaborated form of names such as Mary or Marlene, combined with the French feminine suffix -ette. It first appeared in the United States in the 1930s and saw modest use, especially during the mid-20th century. Its peak year was 1967, but it has remained a rare name overall.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mar, Lettie, Marlie
Sibling names for Marlette
Names that share Marlette's style, for a brother or sister.
