Marlee vs Samara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Marlee Rank #509
Samara Rank #309

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 vs #509 for Marlee.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marlee ___

  • Marlee Grace
  • Marlee Rose
  • Marlee Jane
  • Marlee Ann
  • Marlee Faith
  • Marlee Joy

Samara ___

  • Samara Samara Grace
  • Samara Samara Joy
  • Samara Samara Elise
  • Samara Samara Rose
  • Samara Samara Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Marlee

Brody Grayson Jaxon Paisley Kinsley

If you choose Samara

Nadia Zara Elara Callum Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlee or Samara more popular?

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 compared to Marlee at #509 in the United States.

What do Marlee and Samara mean?

Marlee means "pleasant meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Marlee and Samara boy or girl names?

Marlee is primarily a girl name. Samara is primarily a girl name.

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