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Molly

Molly is a girl name of English origin.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#160

How popular is Molly?

Popularity in the United States

Molly has been given to 168,871 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 1,009 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Molly per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Molly has been given to 1,535 babies in France since 1990, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Molly per year in France, 1990–2022. Source: INSEE
168,871 Babies named since 1880
1990s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Molly

Is Molly a boy's or a girl's name?

Molly is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Molly?

Molly has been given to 168,871 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. It has held a steady level of use since.