Marla Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Marla is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Variant of Marlene, derived from Madeline: Woman from Magdala”.

Marla Name at a Glance

Name Marla
Meaning Variant of Marlene, derived from Madeline: Woman from Magdala.
Origin English
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Marla Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Marla means “Variant of Marlene, derived from Madeline: Woman from Magdala”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Marla Name Origin

Our database records Marla under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Marla a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Marla is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Marla

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