Molly Deaver

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Molly Deaver — beloved
85K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Molly Deaver is a name that combines English origins. The first name Molly is a feminine given name of English origin. Molly (also spelled Molli or Mollie) is a diminutive of the feminine name Mary that, like other English hypocorisms in use since the Middle Ages, substituted l for r. Molly evolved from the English diminutive Mally. English surnames such as Moll, Mollett, and Mollison are derived from Molly. Molly has also been used as a diminutive of Margaret and Martha since the 1700s and as an independent name since at least 1720. The surname Deaver: Affadilla Deaver (1808–1876), conductor on the Underground Railroad Bascom S. Deaver (born 1930), American physicist Bascom Sine Deaver (1882–1944), American judge Jeffery Deaver (born 1950), American writer John Blair Deaver (1855-1931), American surgeon Michael Deaver (1938–2007), advisor to Ronald Reagan Philip F. Deaver (1946–2018), American writer Richard Deaver (born 1931), American sailor Deaver, Wyoming, town in Wyoming, United States Molly is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 85K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Molly reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Molly

Meaning: beloved

English

Molly (also spelled Molli or Mollie) is a diminutive of the feminine name Mary that, like other English hypocorisms in use since the Middle Ages, substituted l for r. Molly evolved from the English diminutive Mally. English surnames such as Moll, Mollett, and Mollison are derived from Molly. Molly has also been used as a diminutive of Margaret and Martha since the 1700s and as an independent name since at least 1720.

Surname: Deaver

English

Affadilla Deaver (1808–1876), conductor on the Underground Railroad Bascom S. Deaver (born 1930), American physicist Bascom Sine Deaver (1882–1944), American judge Jeffery Deaver (born 1950), American writer John Blair Deaver (1855-1931), American surgeon Michael Deaver (1938–2007), advisor to Ronald Reagan Philip F. Deaver (1946–2018), American writer Richard Deaver (born 1931), American sailor Deaver, Wyoming, town in Wyoming, United States

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Molly is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Molly by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Molly Deaver

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Molly Deaver:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Molly?
The first name Molly originates from English. Molly (also spelled Molli or Mollie) is a diminutive of the feminine name Mary that, like other English hypocorisms in use since the Middle Ages, substituted l for r. Molly evolved from the English diminutive Mally. English surnames such as Moll, Mollett, and Mollison are derived from Molly. Molly has also been used as a diminutive of Margaret and Martha since the 1700s and as an independent name since at least 1720.
When was Molly most popular?
The name Molly reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Deaver?
The surname Deaver originates from English. Affadilla Deaver (1808–1876), conductor on the Underground Railroad Bascom S. Deaver (born 1930), American physicist Bascom Sine Deaver (1882–1944), American judge Jeffery Deaver (born 1950), American writer John Blair Deaver (1855-1931), American surgeon Michael Deaver (1938–2007), advisor to Ronald Reagan Philip F. Deaver (1946–2018), American writer Richard Deaver (born 1931), American sailor Deaver, Wyoming, town in Wyoming, United States
How common is the surname Deaver?
The surname Deaver is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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