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Marli

Boy Name #32,998 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Marli is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Marli often also consider Mary, Margaret, Martha .

Popularity Over Time

#32,998
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#32,998
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Mar May Marie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marli

Is Marli a boy or girl name?
Marli is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #32998. As a girl name, it is ranked #2054. Marli is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Marli?
Marli is currently ranked #32998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Marli?
Common nicknames for Marli include Mar, May, and Marie.
Is Marli a common or rare name?
Marli is an uncommon name, ranked #32998 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Marli

Marli is a boy name .

Is Marli a boy or girl name? Marli is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #32,998 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,054. Marli is more commonly used as a girl name.

Marli is currently ranked #32,998 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Marli include Mar, May, and Marie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Marli include Marlon, Marley, Marlo, Marlin, Marlow . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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