Marylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marylee is a modern English name that combines the biblical name Mary, which means 'wished-for child', with the suffix '-lee'. It has evolved from the Hebrew 'Miryam' through Latin and French forms before becoming popular in English. The name embodies traits of hope and longing, and while it does not have direct biblical relevance, it is connected to the well-known biblical figure Mary. Marylee reflects a blend of tradition and modernity, making it appealing in contemporary naming trends.
The name Marylee is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marylee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Marylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1249th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 997th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1487th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3851st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5355th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9391st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10234th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛr.i.li/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marylee is a modern name that combines the biblical name 'Mary' with the suffix '-lee', which is often used in English names to denote 'meadow' or 'clearing'. The name Mary itself has its roots in the Hebrew name 'Miryam', which means 'sea of bitterness' or 'wished-for child'.
Meaning
Wished-for child, sea of bitterness
Language Evolution
Miryam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Marie (French), Mary (English), Marylee (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Marylee does not have a direct biblical reference but is derived from the biblical name Mary.
Historical Usage
The name Mary has been popular since the Middle Ages in Christian contexts, and it gained further popularity with the rise of modern compound names like Marylee in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Marie, Maree, Lee, Marilee
Modern Popularity & Image
Marylee is perceived as a modern and unique name, blending traditional roots with a contemporary sound.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marylee"
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 "Marylee"
"Marylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1249th of 9107 | 664 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 997th of 9204 | 983 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1487th of 12526 | 925 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3851st of 19264 | 260 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5355th of 27321 | 251 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9391st of 35406 | 174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10234th of 30306 | 114 |
Regional Popularity of "Marylee" 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 "Marylee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
67.58% 1599th/2366 |
82.57% 943rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
60.80% 940th/1546 |
50.00% 778th/1556 |
83.34% 1961st/2353 |
57.08% 883rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.49% 1414th/2227 |
39.55% 961st/2430 |
- |
71.24% 1977th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
76.20% 2654th/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
92.86% 6791st/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marylee" 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.