I've been thinking of
Marilyn for a girl recently too. I don't think it'll become popular because of it being close to
Evelyn, but probably because "old-fashioned" names are coming back into style. I'm sure that, if it becomes extremely popular, some people will say "Oh, it's because we love
Marilyn Monroe so much". I don't think
Marilyn Manson will prevent it being popular...afterall, he did get the name through
Marilyn Monroe. Plus, there are names with far worst associations than
Marilyn Manson and they have become popular nonetheless.
I like
Carolyn. I prefer
Caroline though.
This message was edited 8/23/2008, 8:59 AM