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Molly: Meaning & Origin

Molly is a girl name of Irish origin meaning “Bitter, star of the sea”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 21% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.

Pronunciation

MAH-lee

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

79/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 21% of popular names.

Nicknames

Mol

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

54%
35
2010
16
Current
#43
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Molly Rose
  • Molly Grace
  • Molly Marie
  • Molly Jane

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Molly