Marily Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAIR-ih-lee //ˈmɛrɪli//
Origin: English; Latin
Meaning: English: combination of Mary and Lily; Latin: 'sea of bitterness'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marily is believed to be a variant of the name Mary, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "beloved" or "wished-for child." The name Miriam was adopted into Greek as Maria and subsequently into Latin as Maria, which became widely used in various forms across Europe. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where the Latin form Maria was introduced into Old French as Marie, eventually evolving into the English Mary.
The variant Marily likely emerged as a modern adaptation, combining the familiar elements of Mary with a suffix that conveys a sense of femininity and grace. Historically, the name Mary has significant biblical associations, being the name of the mother of Jesus Christ, which contributed to its enduring popularity in Christian cultures.
The name appears prominently in the New Testament, particularly in the Gospels, and has been borne by numerous saints throughout the centuries. The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the name's prominence in English-speaking regions.
Additionally, Mary has been a name associated with various queens and historical figures, enhancing its cultural resonance. Culturally, the name Mary has been linked to various symbolic meanings, including purity and motherhood, which have contributed to its lasting appeal.
The name has inspired countless works of art, literature, and music, reflecting its deep-rooted significance in Western culture. Variants and diminutives of Mary, such as Maria, Marie, and even Molly, have also emerged, showcasing the name's adaptability across different languages and cultures.
The name Marily, while less common, can be seen as a contemporary expression of the traditional name Mary, embodying the same qualities of affection and reverence.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marily was first seen in the United States in 1930.
Marily has ranked as high as #7526 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Marily has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marily 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 Marily 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 Marily.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 9 |
| 2024 | 8 | 8 |
| 2023 | 10 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 | 8 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 |
| 2018 | 12 | 12 |
| 2017 | 15 | 15 |
| 2016 | 13 | 13 |
| 2015 | 11 | 11 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 13 | 13 |
| 2012 | 13 | 13 |
| 2011 | 15 | 15 |
| 2010 | 18 | 18 |
| 2009 | 19 | 19 |
| 2008 | 34 | 34 |
| 2007 | 19 | 19 |
| 2006 | 28 | 28 |
| 2005 | 34 | 34 |
| 2004 | 19 | 19 |
| 2003 | 25 | 25 |
| 2002 | 17 | 17 |
| 2001 | 9 | 9 |
| 2000 | 18 | 18 |
| 1999 | 19 | 19 |
| 1998 | 15 | 15 |
| 1997 | 30 | 30 |
| 1996 | 20 | 20 |
| 1995 | 10 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 18 | 18 |
| 1992 | 24 | 24 |
| 1991 | 9 | 9 |
| 1990 | 11 | 11 |
| 1989 | 14 | 14 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 | 10 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 |
| 1985 | 14 | 14 |
| 1984 | 18 | 18 |
| 1983 | 19 | 19 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 10 | 10 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 |
| 1957 | 13 | 13 |
| 1956 | 14 | 14 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 |
| 1952 | 10 | 10 |
| 1951 | 10 | 10 |
| 1950 | 9 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 12 | 12 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 | 6 |
| 1945 | 10 | 10 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 | 6 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Marily (2010)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |