Maryalice

“sea of bitterness; beloved”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9385US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

2.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 189900

How to pronounce Maryalice

mer·ee·AL·us

/mɛr.iː.ˈæl.əs/ · stress on AL · 4 syllables

“sea of bitterness; beloved”

American origin · Girl name

What does Maryalice mean and where does it come from?

Maryalice is a unique blend of the names Mary and Alice, both of which have significant meanings on their own. Mary is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child,' while Alice comes from the Old French name Aalis, meaning 'noble.' The combination creates a

Cultural significance

Maryalice has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of sea of bitterness; beloved.

Peak popularity

Reached #1197 in 1944 — currently #9385 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maryalice?

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

Maryalice Grace

How popular is Maryalice right now?

Falling — down 2206 spots — currently #9385 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#9385 · Top 6.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9385	11	▼ down 2206 · -31% births
2022	#7179	16	▲ up 332 · +7% births
2021	#7511	15	▼ down 1872 · -29% births
2020	#5639	21	▲ up 14 · -9% births
2015	#5653	23	▲ up 3071 · +77% births
2010	#8724	13	▲ up 1441 · +30% births
2005	#10165	10	▼ down 2100 · -17% births
2000	#8065	12	▼ down 1393 · -8% births
1995	#6672	13	▼ down 1089 · -19% births
1990	#5583	16	▼ down 699 · +7% births
1985	#4884	15	▲ up 1080 · +36% births
1980	#5964	11	▼ down 376 · +10% births
1975	#5588	10	▼ down 2715 · -58% births
1970	#2873	24	▼ down 799 · -25% births
1965	#2074	32	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maryalice

Best Year1920Rank #1367

Peak Count42

Average Rank#4521

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202325 years

The story of Maryalice

Maryalice has been a beloved American name for over 125 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1899. With 2,428 total births recorded, Maryalice remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1784 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9385 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maryalice in 1944:

Mary Barbara Linda Patricia Carol

Maryalice by decade

Maryalice peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	5
1900s	11
1910s	123
1920s	328
1930s	222
1940s ★	358
1950s	284
1960s	350
1970s	145
1980s	147
1990s	141
2000s	126
2010s	167
2020s	21

💎With 2,428 total births, Maryalice is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Maryalice?

Common

MarMaIce

What names sound and feel like Maryalice?

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

Marialice

American · Spanish

Maryalyce

American · sea of bitterness,

Mariaalice

American · Bitter (María from

Paradice

American · English

Lacandice

American · A blend of

Magaline

American · Pearl

Madaline

American · Derived from Magdalen,

Sharneice

American · combination of names

Common questions about the name Maryalice

What does the name Maryalice mean?

Maryalice means "sea of bitterness; beloved" — a name rooted in American 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 Maryalice?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maryalice?

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

How do you pronounce the name Maryalice?

Maryalice is a four-syllable name pronounced M EH0 R IY0 AE1 L AH0 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maryalice?

Maryalice pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.