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Marlana

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Pronounced mar-LAH-nah /mɑːrˈlɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: A modern blend of Marla/Marlene (from Magdalene, 'of Magdala') and Lana. Melodic and soft; route layered.Low

In 30 seconds: A melodic blend: Marlana joins Marla and Lana (said 'mar-LAH-nah'). Soft and modern.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningA modern blend of Marla/Marlene (from Magdalene, 'of Magdala') and Lana. Melodic and soft; route layered.

U.S. rank (2023)#14529 ↘ Falling

2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1978

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,832

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marlana blends Marla/Marlene and Lana; by the Marlene route it touches 'of Magdala.' The route is layered, which we note — rare in the U.S. (said 'mar-LAH-nah').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, melodic, and soft.

Did you know? Marlana braids Marla/Marlene ('of Magdala' by root) with Lana into a soft, flowing name — melodic and modern; route layered, which we note (said 'mar-LAH-nah').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Marlana — Marla/Marlene + Lana blend; layered

Variations

MarlenaMarlanaMarlanna

Nicknames

MarlaLana

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If you like Marlana…

Marla— half the blend

Marlene— the Marlene root behind it

Alana— a like flowing -ana name

Lana— the Lana side it joins

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marlana mean?

Marlana blends Marla/Marlene ('of Magdala') and Lana. The route is layered, which we note.

How do you pronounce Marlana?

It's said mar-LAH-nah /mɑːrˈlɑː.nə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Marlana a boy or girl name?

Marlana is a girl's name.

How popular is Marlana?

Marlana is a rare name in the U.S.