Hebrew girl name
Molly Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Molly means beloved or bitter (debated, as for mary). A pet form of Mary, long used as a name in its own right, especially in Ireland.
Molly began as a pet form of Mary, the Hebrew name Miriam whose original meaning is debated. In Ireland it has been used for centuries, and in the song Molly Malone it belongs to one of the best-known figures in Dublin folklore. Molly went out of fashion for a while, then returned strongly in the 1990s. It is a friendly, down-to-earth name, and its Irish form Mailí suits those who want a more traditional spelling.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
How to pronounce Molly
MOL·ee
Molly has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.
Variants of Molly
MollieMollPollyMaili
A well-known Molly
Molly Ringwald.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Molly mean?
Molly means "beloved or bitter (debated, as for mary)". A pet form of Mary, long used as a name in its own right, especially in Ireland.
How do you pronounce Molly?
Molly is pronounced MOL-ee.
What is the origin of Molly?
Molly is a Hebrew girl name. In Irish it is written Mailí.
How many syllables are in Molly?
Molly has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.
What are other spellings of Molly?
Other spellings and forms include Mollie, Moll, Polly, Maili.