Marley
MAR-lee
Popularity
#287
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
37,307
Peak Year
#2,650 in 2008
First Recorded
1914
Style
Modern & Trendy, Earthy & Bohemian
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
An English surname derived from a place name meaning 'pleasant wood'.
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Gender Split
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Bob Marley
Legendary Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician.
Marley Shelton
American actress.
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