Maralee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-uh-lee /ˈmɑːrəli/
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: derived from 'Mary'; Hebrew: 'bitterness'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maralee is believed to be a modern blend of the names Mary and Lee. The name Mary has its roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, which is thought to mean "beloved" or "wished-for child." This name was adopted into Greek as Maria and later into Latin as Maria, becoming widely used in various forms across different cultures.
The name Lee, on the other hand, has Old English origins, derived from the word "leah," meaning "clearing" or "meadow." The combination of these two names into Maralee likely occurred in the 20th century, reflecting a trend towards unique and blended names in English-speaking cultures. Historically, the name Mary has significant biblical associations, being the name of the mother of Jesus Christ, a central figure in Christianity.
The prominence of Mary in religious texts, including the New Testament, has ensured the enduring popularity of the name throughout centuries. The name Lee has also been borne by notable figures, such as Robert E.
Lee, a Confederate general during the American Civil War, which adds a layer of historical resonance to the name. Culturally, Maralee may evoke a sense of pastoral beauty and simplicity, drawing from the meanings of its components.
The name's melodic quality and the soft consonants contribute to its appeal, making it a choice for those seeking a name that is both traditional and modern. While Maralee itself does not have a long historical lineage, its roots in Mary and Lee connect it to a rich tapestry of cultural and linguistic heritage, reflecting the blending of names that characterizes contemporary naming practices.
Famous people named Maralee
In this section, you will find notable people named Maralee. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Maralee who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Maralee Nichols is a fitness model best known for her public relationship with Tristan Thompson.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maralee was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Maralee has ranked as high as #2741 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Missouri, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Maralee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maralee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maralee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maralee.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 | 6 |
| 1990 | 10 | 10 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 11 | 11 |
| 1976 | 7 | 7 |
| 1975 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 13 | 13 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 | 9 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1970 | 12 | 12 |
| 1969 | 12 | 12 |
| 1968 | 8 | 8 |
| 1967 | 14 | 14 |
| 1966 | 12 | 12 |
| 1965 | 12 | 12 |
| 1964 | 11 | 11 |
| 1963 | 18 | 18 |
| 1962 | 12 | 12 |
| 1961 | 13 | 13 |
| 1960 | 15 | 15 |
| 1959 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 13 | 13 |
| 1957 | 27 | 27 |
| 1956 | 18 | 18 |
| 1955 | 18 | 18 |
| 1954 | 27 | 27 |
| 1953 | 25 | 25 |
| 1952 | 18 | 18 |
| 1951 | 15 | 15 |
| 1950 | 18 | 18 |
| 1949 | 24 | 24 |
| 1948 | 16 | 16 |
| 1947 | 18 | 18 |
| 1946 | 15 | 15 |
| 1945 | 13 | 13 |
| 1944 | 16 | 16 |
| 1943 | 28 | 28 |
| 1942 | 22 | 22 |
| 1941 | 10 | 10 |
| 1940 | 7 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 | 9 |
| 1938 | 16 | 16 |
| 1937 | 12 | 12 |
| 1936 | 11 | 11 |
| 1935 | 13 | 13 |
| 1934 | 11 | 11 |
| 1933 | 10 | 10 |
| 1932 | 11 | 11 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 |
| 1928 | 7 | 7 |
| 1927 | 8 | 8 |
| 1926 | 10 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 | 6 |
| 1923 | 10 | 10 |
| 1922 | 5 | 5 |
| 1921 | 10 | 10 |
| 1920 | 11 | 11 |
| 1919 | 8 | 8 |
| 1918 | 22 | 22 |
| 1917 | 8 | 8 |
Top States for Maralee (1963)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |