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Marley Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "marley" is "from a meadow near the lake", and is used often for "both boys and girls".

Name
marley
Meaning
from a meadow near the lake
Pronunciation
mahr-lee
Used for
both boys and girls
Syllables
2

Marley Name Details

The name Marley is of Old English origin and is derived from the words 'mearc', which means 'boundary', and 'leah', which means 'meadow'. It was initially used as a surname, but later gained popularity as a given name. Marley can be used for both boys and girls, making it a versatile name choice. It became more widely recognized after being used as the name of the main character in Charles Dickens' novel 'A Christmas Carol'. In recent years, the name has gained even more popularity with the success of singer-songwriter Bob Marley, who is often associated with the name.

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