Molly Schrader

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Molly Schrader — beloved
85K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Molly Schrader 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 Schrader: August Schrader (1807–1894), German-American inventor of "Schrader valve" for bicycle and auto tires Ben Schrader (1964–2024), New Zealand urban historian Bernhard Schrader (1931–2012), German chemist, pioneer of Raman spectroscopy Bertha Schrader (1845–1920), German painter, lithographer, and woodblock print-maker Carl Voss-Schrader (1880–1955), Finnish colonel, business director, lawyer and short-term interior minister Carol Schrader (born 1951), American TV presenter Christian Schrader, American sound engineer Clement Schrader (1820–1875), German Jesuit theologian David Schrader (born 1952). 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: Schrader

English

August Schrader (1807–1894), German-American inventor of "Schrader valve" for bicycle and auto tires Ben Schrader (1964–2024), New Zealand urban historian Bernhard Schrader (1931–2012), German chemist, pioneer of Raman spectroscopy Bertha Schrader (1845–1920), German painter, lithographer, and woodblock print-maker Carl Voss-Schrader (1880–1955), Finnish colonel, business director, lawyer and short-term interior minister Carol Schrader (born 1951), American TV presenter Christian Schrader, American sound engineer Clement Schrader (1820–1875), German Jesuit theologian David Schrader (born 1952).

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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 Schrader

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 Schrader:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Schrader?
The surname Schrader originates from English. August Schrader (1807–1894), German-American inventor of "Schrader valve" for bicycle and auto tires Ben Schrader (1964–2024), New Zealand urban historian Bernhard Schrader (1931–2012), German chemist, pioneer of Raman spectroscopy Bertha Schrader (1845–1920), German painter, lithographer, and woodblock print-maker Carl Voss-Schrader (1880–1955), Finnish colonel, business director, lawyer and short-term interior minister Carol Schrader (born 1951), American TV presenter Christian Schrader, American sound engineer Clement Schrader (1820–1875), German Jesuit theologian David Schrader (born 1952).
How common is the surname Schrader?
The surname Schrader is shared by approximately 17K people worldwide.
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