Bitter sea or drop of the sea; renowned warrior
A French compound name merging Marie and Louise. It combines the Hebrew roots of Mary, often interpreted as 'bitter' or 'beloved,' with the Germanic roots of Louise, meaning 'famous warrior.'
Less common today
Marilou isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,329 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
French actress and film director
Multi-award winning Filipino film director
French-Canadian singer known professionally as Marilou
