Molly
What does Molly mean?
A diminutive of Mary, meaning "bitter" or "sea of bitterness".
What's the origin of Molly?
English
How is Molly pronounced?
ˈmɑli
What does it say about you to have a cat named Molly?
Naming your cat Molly may suggest that you are a person who values traditional values and is looking for a loyal companion. It may also suggest that you are a person who is looking for a pet that is easy to care for and has a friendly personality.
Is Molly a good cat name?
Molly has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Molly is a widely adored cat name for obvious reasons. If you like it, go for it!
Molly is found in these categories:
irish
Derived from Gaelic, often used in traditional Irish songs and literature.
cute
This moniker evokes sweetness, often linked to friendly, lovable felines.
Popularity
Based on likes, Molly ranks #13 with users of MeowNames.com.
Molly is one of the more common cat names amongst our community. According to our statistics, Molly is considerably more popular than most other cat names.
Popularity: Historical Trend
Molly was, over the past 30 days, the 21st ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.
As of May 2024, Molly is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a bit of variance in rank for this name. That might suggest its popularity is based on seasonal factors or perhaps pop culture events.
In the past week, Molly was viewed 16 times, and liked 4 times.
February 20, 2024
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