Marlowe

Meaning of Marlowe

From the Old English meaning "driftwood lake" or "remnants of a lake". It also can mean "hill by the lake".

Marlowe has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Marlowe

Marlowe is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #523 in 2025 from #986 in 2017.

Notable people named Marlowe

• Marlo Thomas
  Actress, producer, social activist
• Marlowe Peyton
  YouTube beauty guru
• Marlowe Granados
  Writer and cultural critic
• Marlowe Gardiner-Heslin
  Australian actress
• Marlowe Wyatt
  Contemporary artist

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Questions about the name Marlowe

What does the name Marlowe mean?

Marlowe means from the old english meaning "driftwood lake" or "remnants of a lake". it also can mean "hill by the lake", and it comes from English origins.

Is Marlowe a boy's or a girl's name?

Marlowe is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Marlowe?

In 2025, Marlowe ranked #523 for girls, up from #624 the year before.

When was Marlowe most popular?

Marlowe peaked at #523 in 2025.