Myrlene is a unique and captivating name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'myrrh', a fragrant resinous tree bark used in perfumery. It is often associated with Myrrha, a character from Greek mythology who was transformed into a myrrh tree to escape her father's lustful pursuit. The name Myrlene brings to mind elegance and sophistication, much like the scent of myrrh that permeates the air with its rich, warm aroma.
The name Myrlene had fluctuating popularity throughout the years, with peaks in the late 1920s to early 1930s and again in the late 1940s to early 1950s. There was a significant spike in births named Myrlene in 1932 with 21 occurrences. However, it seems that by the 1970s, this name had become quite rare with only 5 births recorded in 1971. Overall, there were 332 babies named Myrlene between 1916 and 1971.