Origin, Meaning and History of Marilee
Marilee is a feminine name that has a vintage feel to it. It is created by combining the namesMaryandLee. The spelling ‘Marilee’ is a variation of the name ‘Marylee.’ Other similar names, such as Marilyn or Carolee, might have influenced this spelling.
The name Mary has its roots in the Bible’s New Testament, originating from the Hebrew name Miryam. While its precise meaning remains uncertain, several possible explanations have been proposed, such as ‘beloved,’ derived from the Egyptian term ‘mry,’ ‘sea of bitterness,’ ‘rebelliousness,’ and ‘wished for a child.’ (1)
On the other hand, Lee is an Old English name from the word ‘leah,’ which means ‘clearing,’ ‘wood,’ ‘glade,’ or ‘meadow’ (2). Initially, Lee was a surname held by Commander Robert E. Lee in the American Civil War. Over time, it also became a popular first name in the southern region of the United States.
Marilee has several popular variations, such as Nerelie, Merilee, Marilie, Merrilee, Maralee, Merrily, Marileigh, and Merilie. If you’re looking for nicknames for Marilee, you could considerMari, Lee, Mary, Leelee,Maria, orMare.
There are few famous personalities with this name such asMarilee Jones, an American author and former Dean of admissions at MIT. She is known for her contribution to the popular guide Less Stress, More Success: A New Approach to Guiding Your Teen Through College Admissions and Beyond (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2006). Mary Louise Stepan, orMarilee Stepan, is an American swimmer, who represented her country in the Summer Olympics 1952,
Marilee is not commonly seen or used in popular culture. It is rarely chosen as a name for fictional characters, which leaves much potential for this undiscovered gem of a name.
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Marilee On The Popularity Chart
The popularity and ranking of the name Marilee has gone down over the years. Check the graphs provided by the SSA to know more.
Popularity Over Time
The popularity of Marilee has been inconsistent. At its most popular in 1985, it was given to 42 babies per million but by 2021, it was given to 12 babies per million.
Source:Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The name has been gradually declining in ranking. It went from 2,383 in 1985 to 16,607 in 2020.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Marilee
If you like the melodious ring of the name Marilee, here are a few similar sounding names.
Popular Sibling Names For Marilee
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Names With Similar Meaning As Marilee
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Marilee?
The name Marilee means she is like the star of the blue sea.
2. What is the origin of the name Marilee?
Marilee has an English origin.
3. How to pronounce the name Marilee?
Marilee is pronounced as meh-rih-lee.
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