Marion: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A little star of the sea, luminous and brave.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #2366
- Peak
- #80 in 1880
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Marion Means
Marion is a unisex name of English origin. A little star of the sea, luminous and brave.
How Popular Marion Is
Marion currently ranks #2366 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #80 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Marion
- Marion broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #80 in 1880.
- Marion is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Marion has been a top 100 name across 177+ years of American history.
- Marion is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Marion
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Marion
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Marion.
Questions About Marion
What does Marion mean?
Marion is a unisex name of English origin. A little star of the sea, luminous and brave.
How popular is Marion?
Marion currently ranks #2366 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #80 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Marion come from?
Marion comes from English roots. Marion broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #80 in 1880.
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