Declining since 2015, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Maryalice since 1899
Babies named Maryalice per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1947, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maryalice's real moment was 1922.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 123 |
| 1920s | 328 |
| 1930s | 222 |
| 1940s | 358 |
| 1950s | 285 |
| 1960s | 350 |
| 1970s | 145 |
| 1980s | 147 |
| 1990s | 141 |
| 2000s | 126 |
| 2010s | 168 |
| 2020s | 91 |
Meaning & origin
Maryalice is a compound name blending two enduring classics, Mary and Alice. First recorded in the United States in 1899, it enjoyed its greatest popularity in the early 20th century, reaching a peak in 1922. Since then, its usage has steadily declined, particularly after 2015. With a current rank of 7,133 in 2023, it remains a rare but recognizable choice. The name's combination of traditional elements gives it a vintage feel, yet without the revival seen in some similar names. Its top states historically were primarily in the Northeast and Midwest, but it has never achieved widespread geographic prevalence.
Maryalice is a compound name formed from Mary and Alice, both well-established names of Hebrew and Germanic origin respectively. Mary ultimately derives from Hebrew Miriam, of debated meaning, while Alice comes from Old French Adelais, a form of Germanic Adalheidis meaning 'noble type.' The combination gained modest usage in the United States starting in the late 19th century, peaking in the 1920s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mary, Alice, Molly, Allie, Mare
Variants: Mary Alice, Mary-Alice
Sibling names for Maryalice
Names that share Maryalice's style, for a brother or sister.
