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Marloe

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Pronounced MAR-loh /ˈmɑr.loʊ/High

Meaning: A spelling of Marlowe — from an English place/surname, 'driftwood' or 'remnants/dregs of a marsh-lake' (Old English mere, 'lake', + laf, 'remnants')Low

In 30 seconds: Driftwood; remnants of a marsh-lake: Marloe spells Marlowe. Crisp, modern, and warm.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningA spelling of Marlowe — from an English place/surname, 'driftwood' or 'remnants/dregs of a marsh-lake' (Old English mere, 'lake', + laf, 'remnants')
U.S. rank (2024)#7433 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births15 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 95

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420122024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marloe is a spelling of Marlowe — from an English place/surname, 'driftwood' or 'remnants/dregs of a marsh-lake' (Old English mere, 'lake', + laf, 'remnants'). A crisp, modern name (now used for girls; said 'MAR-loh'; nickname Marlo).

In the U.S. it appears as a girls' spelling. Rare in this form, driftwood at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Marlowe comes from an English place/surname, 'driftwood' or 'remnants of a marsh-lake' (Old English mere, 'lake', + laf, 'remnants') — Marloe is a spelling, crisp and modern (said 'MAR-loh').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Marlowe — English surname

Variations

MarloweMarloMarlow

Nicknames

Marlo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marloe mean?

Marloe spells Marlowe — English 'driftwood' or 'remnants of a marsh-lake'.

How do you pronounce Marloe?

It's said MAR-loh /ˈmɑr.loʊ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Marloe a boy or girl name?

Marloe is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Marloe?

Marloe is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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