Of the sea
Derived from the Latin 'marinus', this name directly relates to the ocean. While it is a common feminine name in France, it remains rare in the United States, often associated with the maritime branch of the military.
Less common today
Marine isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,990 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
French politician and lawyer
French actress and model
Miss France 2013 and physician