Molly
Origin and Meaning
The name Molly is a girl's name of hebrew and irish origin meaning “sea of bitterness”.
Molly is a lively and endearing name with Hebrew roots, derived from Mary. It translates to 'sea of bitterness', although its cheerful sound belies this meaning. This name has been a perpetual favorite in English-speaking countries, often ranking highly on baby name lists. Molly has charmed many through children's literature, like in 'Molly Moon', and pop culture icons like Molly Ringwald have kept it in the public eye. Common nicknames include Molls, though Molly stands well on its own.
At a Glance
| Origin | hebrew, irish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Meaning | sea of bitterness |
| Popularity | ★★★★☆ (7/10) |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Starts with | M |
| Styles | classic, popular |
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