NAME PROFILE
Marla
Marla is a name of American origin, often considered a variant of the name Marlene. It carries a sense of strength and uniqueness, evoking a spirit of independence and creativity.
Key Stats
| Total births | 38,819 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1955 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1932 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | American, English |
| Comeback name | Yes |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🔁 Comeback Favorite
Top States
CA — 23%TX — 22%OH — 18%NY — 18%IN — 18%
Notable People
Marla Maples (Actress, known for her marriage to Donald Trump) · Marla Sokoloff (Actress, known for *Full House*) · Marla Gibbs (Actress, known for *The Jeffersons*) · Marla Heller (Author, known for health and nutrition books) · Marla Paul (Author, known for *The Art of the Personal Essay*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MarMarly
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