Maryalyce is a unique and distinctive female given name of American origin. It is believed to have been coined by an individual named George Meredith, who used it as the main character's name in his novel "The Egoist," published in 1879. The name Maryalyce is composed of two elements: 'Mary,' derived from the Latin 'Maria,' which means 'sea' or 'rebellious,' and 'Alyce,' a variant of the French 'Alice,' meaning 'noble.' Therefore, Maryalyce could be interpreted as 'Noble Sea' or 'Rebellious Noble.' The name has gained some popularity over time but remains relatively uncommon, making it an intriguing choice for parents seeking an unusual yet meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Maryalyce experienced a peak in popularity between the years 1922 to 1924 and again from 1942 to 1946 with 6 or more births each year during these periods. However, it appears that by 1957 and 1960, its popularity had significantly declined as there were only 5 or fewer births recorded in those years. Overall, between 1916 and 1960, the name Maryalyce was given to 66 babies in total.