Marlyn is a versatile name with both feminine and feminine origins. It is a variant of the name Marilyn, which combines the name Mary with the suffix 'lyn. 'The name Marlyn also has a Welsh origin, derived from the Romano-British settlement Moridunum, meaning 'sea fort. 'Historically, Marlyn was not widely used until the early 20th century, gaining popularity through its association with the iconic actress Marilyn Monroe. The name has seen a fluctuation in popularity over the years, with its peak in the mid-20th century. Marlyn is pronounced as 'mar-lin'or 'mahr-lin'and has several spelling variants.
