Lillie vs Marlowe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lillie

Girl #683 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lily flower, purity"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#683
Total SSA Count
416
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lil, Lills

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lillie Rank #683
Marlowe Rank #624

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #624 vs #683 for Lillie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lillie ___

  • Lillie Mae
  • Lillie Rose
  • Lillie Grace
  • Lillie Ann
  • Lillie Jane
  • Lillie Belle

Marlowe ___

  • Marlowe Jane
  • Marlowe Rose
  • Marlowe Grace
  • Marlowe Quinn
  • Marlowe Sage

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lillie

Violet Daisy Iris Jasper Finn

If you choose Marlowe

Beckett Sullivan Flynn Scout Harper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lillie or Marlowe more popular?

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #624 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do Lillie and Marlowe mean?

Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin). Marlowe means "driftwood" (Old English origin).

Are Lillie and Marlowe boy or girl names?

Lillie is primarily a girl name. Marlowe is primarily a girl name.

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