Marlese
Marlese is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,711 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Marlese first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 21 babies have been named Marlese in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marlese is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,711 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,711
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Marlese
Marlese is a girl name .
Marlese is currently ranked #64,711 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marlese include Mar, May, Marie, and Marlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marlese include Marley, Marlee, Marlowe, Marleigh, Marlow . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis