Macey vs Marlie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Macey

Girl #1,417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Massy (Norman town)"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,417
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mac, Mace

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Macey Rank #1,417
Marlie Rank #1,581

Macey is more popular, ranked #1417 vs #1581 for Marlie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Macey ___

  • Macey Grace
  • Macey Rose
  • Macey Elizabeth
  • Macey Nicole
  • Macey Ann
  • Macey Jean

Marlie ___

  • Marlie Jane
  • Marlie Rose
  • Marlie Grace
  • Marlie Claire
  • Marlie Jo
  • Marlie Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Macey

Lacey Kasey Hadley Bailey Paisley

If you choose Marlie

Hadley Brinley Wren Brody Finley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macey or Marlie more popular?

Macey is more popular, ranked #1417 compared to Marlie at #1581 in the United States.

What do Macey and Marlie mean?

Macey means "from Massy (Norman town)" (Old French/Norman origin). Marlie means "boundary meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Macey and Marlie boy or girl names?

Macey is primarily a girl name. Marlie is primarily a girl name.

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