Marlii

“From the lake; a form of Marlene”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11802US 2021

8Births / yr

↑Rising

26All-time births

📅 Since 201000

What does Marlii mean and where does it come from?

Marlii appears to be a modern variant of the name Marlee, which has English origins meaning 'from the lake'. It has gained popularity in the United States as a unique spelling variant in the 21st century. Marlii does not have notable historical figures associated with it, but similar names have been

Cultural significance

Marlii has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the lake; a form of marlene.

Peak popularity

Reached #16047 in 2015 — currently #11802 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Marlii?

Marlii works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Marlii Grace

How popular is Marlii right now?

Rising fast — up 4827 spots — currently #11802 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2021#11802 · Top 8.7%

2010

2015

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#11802	8	▲ up 4827 · +60% births
2020	#16629	5	▼ down 582 · -17% births
2015	#16047	6	▲ up 3618 · +20% births
2010	#19665	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Marlii

Best Year2021Rank #11802

Peak Count8

Average Rank#16036

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20214 years

The story of Marlii

Marlii is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2010. With 26 total births recorded, Marlii remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19665 in 2010 to #11802 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Marlii in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

💎Marlii has only 26 total recorded births since 2010 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Marlii?

Common

MarMaArlii

What names sound and feel like Marlii?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Marlii also consider these

Marii

Japanese · Japanese

Marlin

English · little warrior

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Myarii

English · A meaningful name

Calii

American · English

Common questions about the name Marlii

What does the name Marlii mean?

Marlii means "From the lake; a form of Marlene" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Marlii?

Marlii is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Marlii have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Marlii?

Marlii originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Marlii trending right now?

Marlii is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Marlii a common or rare name?

Marlii is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.