Marley

Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈmɑɹ.li/(American English) /ˈmɑː.li/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Originally denoted a person who hailed from one of the various places in Britain called Marley, ultimately meaning either "pleasant wood", "boundary wood" or "marten wood" in Old English. One of the main characters in Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol (1843) bears this surname. It was also borne by the Jamaican reggae musician Bob Marley (1945-1981).

Related Names

Given Name DescendantsMarlee, Marley, Marly(English)

Categories

Family Affair characters, ghosts, isograms, reggae musicians, trees
Entry updated December 1, 2024