Mollie is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #71 in 2013 with 775 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2001 with 782 births ranking #65. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 16.2%. In 2013, approximately 1 in every 398 girls born was named Mollie. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Mollie is a charming variant of Molly and belongs to the vast Mary family. Like related forms, its traditional meaning is interpreted in more than one way.
This spelling has a slightly old-fashioned, storybook feel and has often appealed to parents wanting something soft and familiar. It keeps the cosy nickname warmth of Molly with a gentler visual look.