| Meaning | driftwood |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Marlowe |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Mar-lowe |
About Marlowe
Marlowe, a name of English origin, carries a timeless charm with its rugged yet poetic nature. Derived from "driftwood," it symbolizes the beauty of endurance through life's ebbs and flows. The name Marlowe evokes images of strength and persistence, like remnants of a journey washed ashore by the sea. With variations like Marlow and Marlowen, it offers a variety of options while retaining its distinctive allure. This name has been embraced by notable figures across history, from the legendary playwright Christopher Marlowe to modern athletes, musicians, and leaders. In fiction, Philip Marlowe stands as a quintessential detective archetype. If you're seeking a name that resonates with resilience and character, Marlowe might be the perfect choice for your baby boy, providing him with a name that echoes the enduring spirit of the human journey.
Nicknames for Marlowe
| Marlow |
| Mar |
| Lo |
| Marlo |
| Marley |
Famous People Named Marlowe
| Marlowe Morris | American football player |
| Marlowe Stoudamire | Community leader and entrepreneur |
| Marlowe "Mar" Stoudamire | American basketball coach |
| Marlowe B. West | American judge and politician |
| Marlowe Cook | Former U.S. Senator |
| Marlowe Shepherd | British musician and composer |
| Marlowe "Moe" Drabowski | American baseball player |
| Marlowe Dayley | Australian rugby player |
| Marlowe Eldridge | American actor |
| Marlowe Peyton | Child actress |
| Marlowe Weisman | American biologist |
| Marlowe Bassett | British painter |
| Marlowe Johnson | American singer-songwriter |
| Marlowe C. Taylor | British World War I pilot |
| Marlowe A. Sigal | American chemist |
| Marlowe Cassetti | American musician |
| Marlowe A. Zimmerman | U.S. Navy admiral |
| Marlowe Higgins | Australian politician |
| Marlowe Holt | British cinematographer |
Characters Named Marlowe
| Marlowe Sawyer | Character from the TV show "Lost" |
| Marlowe Stanfield | Character from the TV series "The Wire" |
| Marlowe "Coda" | Character from the video game "Crypt of the NecroDancer" |
| Marlowe "Lowe" | Character from the video game "Firewatch" |
| Marlowe Dumar | Character from the video game "Dragon Age - Origins" |
| Marlowe Viccellio | Character from the TV show "Psych" |
| Marlowe Higgins | Character from the TV show "Voyagers!" |