Marleigh Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-lee / /ˈmɑːrli/English; variation of Marley
Meaning
pleasant seaside meadow; from the lake
Historical & Cultural Background
Marleigh is a modern variation of the name Marley, which has Old English roots. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with nature and tranquility due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Marleigh has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marley
- Marlee
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marleigh was first seen in the United States in 1985. Marleigh has ranked as high as #951 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Marleigh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marleigh (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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FL | 23 | |
TX | 22 | |
GA | 19 | |
SC | 17 | |
NC | 17 | |
AL | 15 | |
OH | 15 | |
LA | 14 | |
MS | 13 | |
IL | 11 | |
VA | 11 | |
TN | 10 | |
PA | 9 | |
MO | 8 | |
IN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1985 | 6 |
1986 | 5 |
1987 | 6 |
1988 | 12 |
1989 | 8 |
1990 | 18 |
1991 | 17 |
1992 | 14 |
1993 | 20 |
1994 | 20 |
1995 | 27 |
1996 | 37 |
1997 | 33 |
1998 | 38 |
1999 | 40 |
2000 | 45 |
2001 | 59 |
2002 | 56 |
2003 | 58 |
2004 | 74 |
2005 | 77 |
2006 | 109 |
2007 | 99 |
2008 | 248 |
2009 | 273 |
2010 | 207 |
2011 | 247 |
2012 | 216 |
2013 | 260 |
2014 | 287 |
2015 | 306 |
2016 | 298 |
2017 | 298 |
2018 | 282 |
2019 | 249 |
2020 | 384 |
2021 | 418 |
2022 | 416 |
2023 | 287 |
2024 | 290 |