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Meanings

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Marilyn is: Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.

Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:

In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Marilyn is: Wished-for child; rebellion; bitter.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Marilyn is: Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.

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