Marylinda
A feminine name combining "Mary" and "Linda" to signify beauty and grace.
Name Census estimates that about 18 living Americans carry the first name Marylinda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Marylinda today is around 72 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Marylinda births was 1948 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Marylinda. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Marylinda is about 72 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Marylindas were born before 1964.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Marylinda. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
18
~ 1 in 19,041,908 Americans
Peak year
1948
7 babies that year
Average age
72
years old
1966 SSA rank
#7,238
Tracked since 1944
Popularity
Marylinda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Marylinda from the 1940s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 17 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1940s peak, Marylinda remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Marylinda by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Marylinda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Marylinda
Marylinda is a unique and intriguing name with a fascinating history that spans multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the Latin language, where it is derived from the combination of two words: "Maria" and "linda." The name "Maria" has its roots in the ancient Hebrew name "Miriam," which means "bitter" or "beloved." The word "linda," on the other hand, is a Spanish adjective meaning "beautiful" or "pretty."
In the early centuries of the Christian era, the name Maria gained widespread popularity due to its association with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. As Christianity spread across Europe and the Mediterranean region, variations of the name Maria emerged, often incorporating elements from local languages and cultural traditions.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Marylinda can be found in medieval Spain, where it was likely a combination of the popular Spanish name "Maria" and the descriptor "linda." This unique blend of names may have been used to honor the Virgin Mary while also celebrating the beauty and grace of the individual bearing the name.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Marylinda, leaving their mark on various fields and disciplines. One such figure was Marylinda de Valladolid (1458-1527), a Spanish nun and mystic who was known for her devotion to the Virgin Mary and her writings on spiritual matters.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Marylinda Hernández (1602-1671), a renowned Mexican poet and writer who played a significant role in the literary circles of her time. Her works celebrated the beauty of nature and the human experience, earning her recognition as one of the foremost poets of the Spanish Golden Age.
In the realm of art, Marylinda Carracci (1555-1619) was an Italian painter and engraver who made significant contributions to the Baroque art movement. She was renowned for her skillful depictions of religious scenes and her innovative use of chiaroscuro techniques.
Moving into more recent history, Marylinda Moss (1901-1988) was an American civil rights activist and educator who fought tirelessly for racial equality and educational opportunities for African Americans. Her dedication and advocacy efforts left a lasting impact on the struggle for civil rights in the United States.
Finally, Marylinda Gonzalez (1928-2012) was a celebrated Venezuelan artist and sculptor whose works explored themes of identity, culture, and the human condition. Her powerful and evocative sculptures garnered international acclaim and can be found in numerous prestigious collections around the world.
These are just a few examples of the remarkable individuals who have borne the name Marylinda throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and achievement.
People
Marylinda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Marylinda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Marylinda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Marylinda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 18 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Marylinda going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 19,041,908 US residents.
Is Marylinda a common name?
We classify Marylinda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 38.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 29 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Marylinda most popular?
The single biggest year for Marylinda was 1948, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Marylinda is about 72 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Marylinda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Marylinda in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.