Find out how popular the first name Marlet has been for the last 24 years (from 1990 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Marlet by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Marlet is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Marlet.

The history of the first name Marlet

The given name Marlet is a feminine name that originated from the Old French language during the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "marlete," which means "little blackbird" or "small black bird." This connection to nature and the avian world suggests that the name may have been initially associated with a person's physical characteristics or personality traits resembling a small, dark-colored bird.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marlet can be traced back to the 13th century in France. It was not an uncommon name among the French nobility during that time period. In fact, there are historical records of a Marlet de Meaux, a noblewoman from the Île-de-France region, who lived in the late 13th century.

As the name spread across Europe, it took on various spellings and forms, such as Marlette, Marlett, and Marlette. In England, the name Marlet appeared in the 14th century, with one notable example being Marlet Baret, a merchant from London who was mentioned in records from the 1380s.

In the realm of literature, the name Marlet made an appearance in the 15th-century French novel "Le Petit Jehan de Saintré" by Antoine de la Sale. The character Marlet was portrayed as a young and virtuous woman, further solidifying the name's association with innocence and purity.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Marlet, including:

1. Marlet d'Aubigny (c. 1250 - c. 1310), a French noblewoman and landowner from the Aubigny-sur-Nère region.
2. Marlet de Bois-Guilbert (c. 1280 - c. 1340), a French knight and military commander during the Hundred Years' War.
3. Marlet Bassett (c. 1425 - c. 1490), an English landowner and philanthropist from Berkshire.
4. Marlet Harcourt (c. 1550 - c. 1620), a French courtier and poet during the reign of King Henry IV.
5. Marlet Rousseau (c. 1670 - c. 1730), a French painter known for her portraits and religious artwork.

While the name Marlet may not be as common today as it once was, its historical roots and connections to nature, nobility, and artistic expression make it a unique and intriguing name with a rich cultural heritage.

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