Molly as a Female Name
Molly is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Molly for a girl get a name with a clear English (from Hebrew via Mary) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Molly means “Pet form of Mary; 'beloved' / 'bitter'” and is of English (from Hebrew via Mary) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Mollie, Mally, Mol.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Molly across all genders, see the complete Molly name meaning.
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Is Molly a girl's name?+
Molly is most commonly a girl's name. It means “Pet form of Mary; 'beloved' / 'bitter'” and is of English (from Hebrew via Mary) origin.
What does Molly mean?+
Molly means “Pet form of Mary; 'beloved' / 'bitter'” and originates from English (from Hebrew via Mary).