Marlon
Marlon: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Marlon
- A male given name.
How popular is Marlon?
Since 1880, 336 girls and 30,956 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlon (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3302 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #217 in 1972. In 2025, 195 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Marlon
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Marlon FAQ
What does the name Marlon mean?
A male given name.
How popular is the name Marlon?
Since 1880, 336 girls and 30,956 boys in the U.S. have been named Marlon (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3302 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #217 in 1972. In 2025, 195 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Marlon a boy or girl name?
Marlon is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 336 girls and 30,956 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.