Marlee - girls name

Marlee name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 79%

Marlee name meaning:

The name Marlee is traditionally used as a girl's name, but it can also be used for boys. Marlee is a variant of the name Marley, which has roots in both English and Old English. The name Marley originally referred to a meadow near a lake or a field where mares grazed, derived from the Old English word "mearg" meaning "lake" and "leah" meaning "meadow" or "clearing."

As a boy's name, Marlee could be seen as a unique and modern choice. It carries the meaning of a peaceful and serene meadow by a lake, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The name Marlee could signify a calm and grounded personality, someone who appreciates nature and finds solace in its presence. It could also reflect a free-spirited and adventurous nature, as meadows and lakes often symbolize freedom and exploration. Overall, Marlee as a boy's name can represent someone who values peace, connection with nature, and a sense of inner harmony.

Origin:

Other girls names beginning with M

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1161 out of 5581

29 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    864
  • 5yrs

    847
  • 1yr

    191

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1490)

Historical popularity of Marlee

The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Marlee from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Marlee in 2024