EntertainmentAmerican1926 – 1962
Marilyn Monroe
Golden Age Hollywood actress, cultural icon
Biography
An iconic American actress and model who became one of the most recognizable figures of the 20th century. She starred in classics like 'Some Like It Hot' and 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' and epitomized 1950s glamour.
Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1926
Died
1962
Thinking about the name
Marilin
American origin
“A compressed hybrid of María and Lynn (or the -lin diminutive suffix), Marilin blends the Marian devotional tradition with mid-20th century American naming sensibilities. This name emerged during the 1940s-1960s as parents combined classic religious names with modern suffixes, creating something both traditional and contemporary. It has a smooth, approachable sound.”