Marni comes variously from the Hebrew Marnina, 'to rejoice; cause of joy', and a pet form of Marina/Marion ('of the sea'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, vintage name (said 'MAR-nee').

In the U.S. it appears as a mid-century pet name. Rare, to-rejoice at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Marni is variously 'to rejoice' (Hebrew Marnina) and a pet form of Marina ('of the sea') — a crisp, vintage name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'MAR-nee').

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References — Marni — Hebrew/English; routes layered

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marni mean?

Marni is variously Hebrew 'to rejoice' (Marnina) and a pet form of Marina ('of the sea'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Marni?

It's said MAR-nee /ˈmɑr.ni/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Marni a boy or girl name?

Marni is a girl's name.

How popular is Marni?

Marni is a very rare name in the U.S.