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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Hill by the lake/pool (place name)
- Origin
- English (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- MAR-loh
Marlow is an English name that started out as a place name and surname, literally meaning "hill by the lake or pool." If you're picturing rolling ground near water, that's exactly what the name points to. It's a straightforward, grounded choice with a clear geographic root.
Meaning & Origin of Marlow
Meaning: Hill by the lake/pool (place name).
Origin: English (place name/surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Marlow
MAR-lohIPA /ˈmɑːrloʊ/
Popularity of Marlow
Marlow's usage has actually cooled over time: it peaked at #1301 in 1937 with 27 babies given the name, and by 2024 it sat lower at #1319 with 174 babies — more babies, but a slightly lower rank in a larger naming pool.
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FAQ
What does the name Marlow mean?
Hill by the lake/pool (place name). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Marlow?
Marlow is pronounced MAR-loh (IPA: /ˈmɑːrloʊ/).
Is Marlow a popular name right now?
Marlow is near its all-time peak (#1301 in 1937), ranked #1319 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1910–2024.)
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