Marialena

“Mary of Elena”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10060US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

236All-time births

📅 Since 195900

How to pronounce Marialena

MAH·ree·ah·LAY·nuh

/ˈmɑ.riː.ɑ.ˈleɪ.nə/ · stress on MAH · 5 syllables

“Mary of Elena”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Marialena mean and where does it come from?

Marialena is a combination of the names Maria and Elena. The name Maria is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, which means 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness', while Elena comes from the Greek name Helene, meaning 'torch' or 'light'. This name variant is particularly common in Italy, Spain, and

Cultural significance

Marialena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of mary of elena.

Peak popularity

Reached #5197 in 1966 — currently #10060 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Marialena?

Marialena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Marialena Grace

How popular is Marialena right now?

Rising fast — up 6744 spots — currently #10060 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#10060 · Top 7.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10060	10	▲ up 6744 · +100% births
2015	#16804	5	▼ down 5400 · -44% births
2010	#11404	9	▼ down 420 · +13% births
2000	#10984	8	▼ down 3296 · -27% births
1995	#7688	11	▲ up 4089 · +83% births
1990	#11777	6	▼ down 2137 · +20% births
1975	#9640	5	▼ down 3919 · -29% births
1965	#5721	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marialena

Best Year1965Rank #5721

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10510

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 20238 years

The story of Marialena

Marialena entered American naming records in 1959 and has been in use for over 65 years. With 236 total births recorded, Marialena remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5721 in 1965, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10060 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Marialena in 1966:

Lisa Kimberly Mary Michelle Karen

Marialena by decade

Marialena peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	5
1960s	23
1970s	28
1980s	7
1990s ★	76
2000s	37
2010s	60

💎Marialena has only 236 total recorded births since 1959 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marialena?

Common

MarMarieMaryEna

What names sound and feel like Marialena?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marialena also consider these

Marilena

Italy · A beloved name

Italy · woman from Magdala

Magdalena

Greece · Hebrew

Maddelena

Italy · of Magdala, tower

Magalena

Spanish · Spanish

Madalena

Portugal · Of Magdala, a

Common questions about the name Marialena

What does the name Marialena mean?

Marialena means "Mary of Elena" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Marialena?

Marialena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Marialena have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Marialena?

Marialena originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Marialena?

Marialena is a 5-syllable name pronounced M AA1 R IY0 AA0 L EY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Marialena?

Marialena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.