Morlin

Morlin is a feminine first name that can be viewed as a Germanized form of Malin, a Swedish short form of the biblical name Magdalena. The meaning of the name is 'the one from Magdala' and is derived from the biblical figure of Mary Magdalene, a disciple of Jesus Christ, who comes from Magdala by the Sea of Galilee and also bears the name Magdalena.

What does the name Morlin mean?

The first name Morlin is an adapted German variant of Malin, the Swedish short form of the biblical name Magdalena. It means 'the one from Magdala' and has its origin in the biblical figure of Mary Magdalene, who is known as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Magdala, her birthplace by the Sea of Galilee, is also associated with the epithet 'Magdalena.' The name can further be translated as 'the Exalted,' as the place Magdala in Hebrew is derived from migdal meaning 'tower.' Morlin is common in Germany but not very frequent. Similar names include Malien, Malina, Maline, Maleen, and Malena, as well as forms derived from the name 'Maria Magdalena' such as Marleen, Marlen, Marlena, and Marlene.

Where does the name Morlin come from?

The name Morlin has ancient Hebrew roots and can take on meanings such as 'the little warrior' or 'the one from Magdala.' The etymology is based on the ancient Hebrew term migdal, which means 'the tower.' The name has been Germanized.

How do you pronounce Morlin?

Morlin is pronounced as 'Mor-lin.'

When is the name day of Morlin?

The name day of Morlin is celebrated on May 25 and July 22.

Popularity

Morlin is a common first name in Germany. In 2021, it ranked 3,608th on the list of the most common female first names. Its highest ranking was in 2007, when it reached 1,198th place. Over the last ten years, Morlin has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,320th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,248th.

Nicknames & pet names

Lin / Mo / Momo / Morlinksi