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Marillyn comes from English naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Marillyn

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Marillyn

Girl

English

3 syllables

Marillyn is an English girl's name meaning "Star of the sea / from the sea of bitterness".

Marillyn is a girl name of English origin meaning "Star of the sea / from the sea of bitterness". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: English
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Star of the sea / from the sea of bitterness

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What does Marillyn mean?

Marillyn is a girl name of English origin meaning "Star of the sea / from the sea of bitterness".

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