Pleasant seaside meadow
Derived from Old English elements meaning 'marsh' or 'pleasant' and 'leah' (meadow). It originally functioned as an English surname and place name before gaining popularity as a first name.
About 950 girls were named Marley in 2025.
American film and television actress
Incorrectly attributed; first name is Marlee
The titular yellow Labrador Retriever · Marley & Me
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Marley — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
