Marilla

Girl

Marilla is a girl's name of Literary origin meaning "Shining sea or bitter; popularized by L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables.". It is pronounced muh-RIL-uh. Today it is a rare name (popularity 19/100).

Literary origin · /muh-RIL-uh/ · literary

Meaning: Shining sea or bitter; popularized by L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables.

Popularity 19/1003 syllablesPeaked 1924→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Marilla

What does Marilla mean?

Marilla means "Shining sea or bitter; popularized by L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables.". It is of Literary origin.

Is Marilla a boy or girl name?

Marilla is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Marilla?

Marilla is a rare name, with a popularity score of 19/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.

How is Marilla pronounced?

Marilla is pronounced muh-RIL-uh.

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