Graham vs Marliya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

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Marliya

Girl #10,358 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Arabic (Mariya)

Cultural Roots

Arabic African Australian Aboriginal

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,358
Total SSA Count
10
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Liya, Marli

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Popularity Comparison

Graham Rank #129
Marliya Rank #10,358

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #10358 for Marliya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Marliya ___

  • Marliya Rose
  • Marliya Faith
  • Marliya Jade
  • Marliya Celeste
  • Marliya Noelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

If you choose Marliya

Aaliyah Amara Khalil Zara Nico

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or Marliya more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Marliya at #10358 in the United States.

What do Graham and Marliya mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Marliya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Arabic (Mariya) origin).

Are Graham and Marliya boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. Marliya is primarily a girl name.

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