Marlow Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-loh / /ˈmɑːrloʊ/English; Old English
Meaning
English: 'driftwood' or 'from the lake'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marlow has roots in Old English, derived from the elements 'mere' meaning lake and 'lawe' meaning hill. It is also associated with various places in England, which contributed to its use as a surname before becoming a given name. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Marlow has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marlowe
International Variants
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Famous people named Marlow
Marlow Stern is an American journalist and writer recognized for his work in entertainment journalism.
Fictional characters named Marlow
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marlow was first seen in the United States in 1910. Marlow has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, New York, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Marlow has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marlow (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 13 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 25 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 21 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 21 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 18 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 21 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 28 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 37 |
| 1973 | 39 |
| 1974 | 40 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 19 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 58 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 58 |
| 2024 | 55 |