Marshy meadow or star of the sea
Marlee is primarily considered an English surname-turned-given name meaning 'marshy meadow'. It is also frequently used as a modern phonetic spelling of Marley or a diminutive of Marlene, which combines Mary (star of the sea) and Magdalene.
Academy Award-winning actress
Country music singer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
