Maryalice is of American origin, derived from combining elements of Mary and Alice. It gained popularity during the mid-20th century, often used by families wanting to create a unique yet familiar-sounding name for their daughters. The name Maryalice has been featured in literature, such as in Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird," where it is borne by one of the characters, further contributing to its recognition and usage.
"Maryalice experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks of 41 (1946), 51 (1947), and 46 (1963) births, but also periods of much lower usage, such as only 8 births in 2001. The name's highest decades were the 1940s and 1960s, with a total of 457 and 382 births respectively."