Marlise
MAR-leese
Marlise is a girl’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “Marlise is a German and Dutch feminine name, a combination of Maria (from Hebrew, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved') and Elisabeth (meaning 'my God is abundance').”, and peaked in popularity in 1962.
What Marlise Means
“Marlise is a German and Dutch feminine name, a combination of Maria (from Hebrew, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved') and Elisabeth (meaning 'my God is abundance').”
The Story of Marlise
This name blends the deep wisdom of devotion with the elegant strength of a refined spirit.
Marlise is a graceful German and Dutch feminine name, artfully combining Maria (from Hebrew, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved') and Elisabeth (meaning 'my God is abundance'). It suggests a rich, deep heritage.
You envision a daughter with a sophisticated demeanor and a strong inner compass, guided by faith and abundance. Marlise suits the child you imagine, one who carries herself with elegance and a profound, devout spirit.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#16 in 1962
Total Births
364
First Recorded
1944
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