Marlow vs Reef

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlow

Boy #2,491 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake meadow"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #2,557 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea"

Origin: English

Australian American English

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Marlow Rank #2,491

Reef Rank #2,557

Marlow is more popular, ranked #2491 vs #2557 for Reef.

Is Marlow or Reef more popular?

Marlow is more popular, ranked #2491 compared to Reef at #2557 in the United States.

What do Marlow and Reef mean?

Marlow means "lake meadow" (Old English origin). Reef means "ridge of rock or coral beneath the sea" (English origin).

Are Marlow and Reef boy or girl names?

Marlow is primarily a boy name. Reef is primarily a boy name.