ThinkabaraMarlowe: meaning and origin
Marlowe
“Driftwood, or by the lake”
About the name Marlowe
Marlowe is a girl or a boy’s name from the English tradition. Its meaning is “driftwood, or by the lake”. Names from Old English and English words and surnames — like Harper, Hudson, Willow and Wyatt.
It has a modern feel and has become more common in the US in recent decades.
More names with a similar meaning: names that mean sea or water.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
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Sibling name ideas (English, girls and boys)
- Archer 👦Bowman · English
- Audrey 👧Noble strength · English
- Autumn 👧The fall season · English
- Brooklyn 👧Broken land, stream; the New York borough · English
- Brooks 👦Of the brook, small stream · English
- Carter 👦Cart driver · English
- Colton 👦Coal town · English
- Cooper 👦Barrel maker · English
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Questions and answers
What does the name Marlowe mean?
Marlowe is a name of English origin. It means: driftwood, or by the lake.
Is Marlowe a boy or girl name?
Marlowe is used for both girls and boys in the US.
How many syllables does Marlowe have?
Marlowe has 7 letters and about 2 syllables.