Marlowe
Marlowe is a girl name of English origin meaning “From the marshy meadow”, pronounced MAR-loh. It ranked #523 in the United States in 2025, given to 575 babies, and peaked at #523 in 2025. Common nicknames: Mar, Lo.
How popular is Marlowe in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Marlowe mean, and where does it come from?
Marlowe is a sleek English surname-name meaning "driftwood" or "from the marshy meadow," and it carries a cool, literary polish thanks to the playwright Christopher Marlowe and the hard-boiled detective Philip Marlowe. Increasingly favoured for girls, it fits the modern love of chic, androgynous surnames like Sawyer, Harlow, and Sloane. Marlowe sounds effortlessly stylish and a touch mysterious, with the sweet short form Lo. It pairs beautifully with other contemporary, gender-neutral choices. For parents who want a name that feels artistic, confident, and a little bit noir — modern yet grounded in real English roots — Marlowe is a standout.
How is Marlowe used around the world?
Marlowe is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants. From an English surname and place name meaning "driftwood" or "marshy meadow.".
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Marlowe?
Famous People Named Marlowe
- Christopher Marlowe — Elizabethan playwright and poet
- Philip Marlowe — Raymond Chandler's fictional detective
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Marlowe mean?
Marlowe is a girl name of English origin meaning "From the marshy meadow." Marlowe is a sleek English surname-name meaning "driftwood" or "from the marshy meadow," and it carries a cool, literary polish thanks to the playwright Christopher Marlowe and the hard-boiled detective Philip Marlowe. Increasingly favoured for girls, it fits the modern love of chic, androgynous surnames like Sawyer, Harlow, and Sloane.
How do you pronounce Marlowe?
Marlowe is pronounced MAR-loh. Common variations include Marlow, Marlo.
Is Marlowe a girl name?
Yes, Marlowe is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Mar, Lo.