Bitter or of Magdala; star of the sea
Marlana is a modern blend, likely derived from Marlene or Marlena, which combines Maria and Magdalene. It carries the dual heritage of the Latin 'stella maris' (star of the sea) and the Greek reference to Mary Magdalene's hometown, Magdala.
Less common today
Marlana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,880 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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