Marleigh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marleigh is a modern English name derived from the Old English elements meaning 'lake' and 'clearing'. It has evolved through various forms, including Merelea and Marley. The name embodies traits of creativity and tranquility, and while it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century. Common variants include Marley and Marlee.
The name Marleigh is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marleigh has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marleigh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6484th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1704th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 860th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marleigh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marleigh"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrli/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Marleigh is a modern variant of the name Marley, which has Old English roots. The name is derived from the elements 'mere' meaning 'lake' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
Lake clearing
Language Evolution
Merelea, Marleigh, Marley
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a trendy and unique name for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Marley, Marlee, Marlea
Modern Popularity & Image
Marleigh is perceived as a modern, trendy name that conveys a sense of nature and tranquility. It is often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Marleigh McKee - American actress, Marleigh Timmons - Canadian singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marleigh"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marleigh"
"Marleigh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6484th of 27321 | 190 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1704th of 35406 | 1,879 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 860th of 30306 | 3,775 |
Regional Popularity of "Marleigh" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marleigh" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.55% 1583rd/4582 |
41.38% 2137th/5164 |
17.37% 1270th/7313 |
51.27% 3826th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.48% 816th/3984 |
30.69% 1377th/4487 |
8.90% 607th/6822 |
34.99% 2196th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marleigh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marleigh" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.