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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MOL-ee /ˈmɒli/
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: Sea of bitterness; Irish: Star of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mollye is a variant of the name Molly, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness." The name Miriam was adopted into Greek as Maria, which then transitioned into Latin as Maria as well. The name made its way into Old French as Marie, and from there, it evolved into various forms in English, including Molly.
The addition of the 'e' in Mollye may reflect a stylistic choice or regional variation, particularly in the context of names that were popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Historically, the name Molly has been associated with several notable figures and cultural references.
In the medieval period, it was used as a diminutive form of Mary, which was a highly revered name due to its biblical connections, particularly the Virgin Mary. The name gained further prominence in English literature and folklore, appearing in various ballads and stories throughout the centuries.
By the 17th century, Molly had become a common name in England, often used affectionately and informally. Culturally, the name Molly and its variants have been associated with warmth, affection, and femininity.
In literature, characters named Molly often embody traits of kindness and resilience. The name has also been used in various songs and poems, contributing to its enduring presence in the cultural lexicon.
The variant Mollye, while less common, carries the same historical and cultural weight, reflecting the adaptability of names across different contexts and eras.
Famous people named Mollye
In this section, you will find notable people named Mollye. 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 Mollye who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Mollye who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Mollye Asher is a producer best known for The Rider, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, and The Peanut Butter Falcon.
Mollye McGowan is a writer and producer best known for The Last Dance, The Amazing Race, and The Great British Bake Off.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Mollye. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mollye was first seen in the United States in 1891.
Mollye has ranked as high as #837 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in New York, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Mollye has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mollye 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 Mollye was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Mollye (1989)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
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 Mollye.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1891 | 6 |