Combination of Maria and Elizabeth or Mary and Lily
Mareli is a modern compound name, likely created by blending the traditional roots of Maria or Mary with elements from Elizabeth or Lily. It carries the combined heritage of its components, often associated with 'bitterness' or 'beloved' from Mary and 'pledged to God' or 'purity' from its suffixes.
About 20 girls were named Mareli in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).