Molly Marsden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Molly Marsden — beloved
85K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Molly Marsden 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 Marsden: Bernie Marsden (1951–2023), English rock guitarist Betty Marsden (1919–1998), British comedy actress Gerry Marsden (1942–2021), British musician James Marsden (born 1973), American actor Jason Marsden (born 1975), American screen and voice actor Matthew Marsden, (born 1973), English actor Midge Marsden, (born 1945), New Zealand musician Roy Marsden (born 1941), British actor who played detective Dalgliesh on television David W. 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: Marsden

English

Bernie Marsden (1951–2023), English rock guitarist Betty Marsden (1919–1998), British comedy actress Gerry Marsden (1942–2021), British musician James Marsden (born 1973), American actor Jason Marsden (born 1975), American screen and voice actor Matthew Marsden, (born 1973), English actor Midge Marsden, (born 1945), New Zealand musician Roy Marsden (born 1941), British actor who played detective Dalgliesh on television David W.

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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 Marsden

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 Marsden:

7
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Marsden?
The surname Marsden originates from English. Bernie Marsden (1951–2023), English rock guitarist Betty Marsden (1919–1998), British comedy actress Gerry Marsden (1942–2021), British musician James Marsden (born 1973), American actor Jason Marsden (born 1975), American screen and voice actor Matthew Marsden, (born 1973), English actor Midge Marsden, (born 1945), New Zealand musician Roy Marsden (born 1941), British actor who played detective Dalgliesh on television David W.
How common is the surname Marsden?
The surname Marsden is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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