Marli Boy

Popularity: #919 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationMAR-lee / ˈmɑːrli

Hebrew; English

Meaning

Hebrew: 'bitter'; English: diminutive of Marlon

Historical & Cultural Background

In Hebrew, Marli is derived from 'Mara,' which means bitter and has biblical connotations. In English, it is often considered a diminutive form of Marlon, which has roots in Old French and was popularized in the 20th century. The name has gained traction in various cultures, reflecting a blend of traditional and modern influences.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Marlon
  • Marley

International Variants

  • Marlie (English)
  • Marli (German)

Famous people named Marli

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Fictional characters named Marli

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Sibling Suggestions

MarlonMarleyMaraMiraMalikMason

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Marli was first seen in the United States in 2024. Marli has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Marli has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Marli

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20245