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Marla vs Marie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marie

Girl #637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (Miryam)

Cultural Roots

French German English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#637
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Marla Rank #2,326
Marie Rank #637

Marie is more popular, ranked #637 vs #2326 for Marla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marla or Marie more popular?

Marie is more popular, ranked #637 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Marla and Marie mean?

Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin). Marie means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew (Miryam) origin).

Are Marla and Marie boy or girl names?

Marla is primarily a girl name. Marie is primarily a girl name.

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