Marlyss
Marlyss is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,629 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Marlyss first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 7 babies have been named Marlyss in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marlyss is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,629 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,629
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Marlyss
Marlyss is a girl name .
Marlyss is currently ranked #23,629 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marlyss include Mar, May, Marie, and Marlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marlyss include Marley, Marlee, Marlowe, Marleigh, Marlow . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis