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Marlowe
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- Name
- Marlowe
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The unisex name Marlowe is a variant of Marlow and consists of the Old English words mere for 'lake, pond' and hlǣw for 'mountain, hill'. This results in the meaning 'the one from the hill by the lake'. Originally, Marlow(e) was derived as a surname from an English place name.
What does the name Marlowe mean?
Marlowe is a form of Marlow and means, derived from Old English, 'the one from the hill by the lake', where mere stands for 'lake, pond' and hlǣw for 'mountain, hill'. The name originated from an English place name. Marlowe is used as both a male and female first name, especially in English-speaking regions. A common short form is Marlo.
Where does the name Marlowe come from?
The name Marlowe has its roots in Old English and means 'the one from the hill by the lake'. The components consist of mere (lake, pond) and hlǣw (mountain, hill). It is common in both male and female forms and is primarily used in American English.
How do you pronounce Marlowe?
Mar-loh
Popularity
In Germany, Marlowe is one of the rarer first names. In 2017, it ranked 3,867th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,767th. Here are the rankings in various countries for the last few years regarding the global popularity and frequency of Marlowe.
Nicknames & pet names
Marlie
Famous people
- Christopher Marlowe (writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Marlowe
What does the name Marlowe mean?
Marlowe means 'the one from the hill by the lake' and has its roots in Old English. The components consist of 'mere' for lake and 'hlǣw' for hill.
Is Marlowe a boy's or girl's name?
Marlowe is originally a boy's name but is also used in female form. In American English, it is common for both genders.
Are there suitable nicknames for Marlowe?
A common short form for Marlowe is Marlo. The nickname Marlie is also frequently used.
How is Marlowe pronounced?
Marlowe is typically pronounced as 'Mar-loh'. The emphasis is on the first syllable.