Star of the sea; bitter
A playful diminutive of Mary, Molli shares the same complex etymology, most commonly interpreted as 'star of the sea' or 'bitter'. While the 'y' spelling is standard, this 'i' ending offers a more modern, youthful twist on the classic nickname.
About 9 girls were named Molli in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Animal advocate and professional dog trainer known for reuniting military dogs with handlers
