Marilis Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Marilis Name at a Glance

Name	Marilis
Meaning	Abbreviation of Amaryllis - the flower Amaryllis; poetic reference to a simple shepherdess or country girl.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Marilis Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Marilis means “Abbreviation of Amaryllis - the flower Amaryllis; poetic reference to a simple shepherdess or country girl”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Marilis Name Origin

Our database records Marilis under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Marilis a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Marilis is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Marilis

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