Marlies
Marlies is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,952 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
Marlies first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 170 babies have been named Marlies in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marlies is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,952 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,952
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Marlies
Marlies is a girl name .
Marlies is currently ranked #36,952 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marlies include Mar, May, Marie, and Marlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marlies 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