Marlowe
boy name#3240 in 2025Marlowe entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1323 in 1952, ranks #3240 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#3240
rank today
#1323
peak (1952)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2245 |
| 1920s | #2082 |
| 1930s | #1679 |
| 1940s | #2044 |
| 1950s | #2004 |
| 1960s | #2302 |
| 1970s | #2692 |
| 1980s | #4842 |
| 1990s | #6020 |
| 2000s | #7719 |
| 2010s | #5282 |
| 2020s | #3779 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marlowe has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Marlowe are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlowe alive today was born around 1967, making them about 58 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlowe in 2025?
- Marlowe ranks #3240 among US boy names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlowe most popular?
- Marlowe peaked in 1952, reaching #1323 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marlowe with classmates?
- Marlowe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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