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Molly vs Mose

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Molly

Girl #208 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#208
Total SSA Count
1,465
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Molly Rank #208
Mose Rank #28,764

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 vs #28764 for Mose.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Molly or Mose more popular?

Molly is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Mose at #28764 in the United States.

What do Molly and Mose mean?

Molly means "star of the sea" (Hebrew via Latin origin).

Are Molly and Mose boy or girl names?

Molly is primarily a girl name. Mose is primarily a girl name.

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