Murlene is a unique and distinctive given name of uncertain origin, though it's believed to have been coined during the mid-20th century baby boom era. The name consists of two parts: 'Mur' and 'lene'. While 'Mur' could be a short form of Muriel or Murray, its connection to other names is unclear. 'Lene' is often associated with Scandinavian names like Lena and Else. However, there's no definitive information about the origin or meaning of Murlene as a whole. Despite its mystery, Murlene has been used sparingly over the years, adding to its rarity and uniqueness.
The name Murlene experienced varied popularity over the first half of the 20th century, with a notable peak in the late 1920s to early 1930s, reaching its highest point in 1931 with 26 births. After World War II, the usage of the name dropped significantly and remained relatively low until it ceased to be recorded altogether after 1964, with a total of 616 births over this period.