Marlon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-lon / ˈmɑːr.lənLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: little warrior; English: from the land of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marlon is derived from the Latin name 'Marlon', which means 'little warrior'. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with the famous actor Marlon Brando, who contributed to its recognition in popular culture.
Trend Summary
Marlon has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marlen
- Marlonito
International Variants
- Marlon (Spanish)
- Marlon (Portuguese)
Famous people named Marlon
Marlon Brando was an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in films such as 'The Godfather' and 'A Streetcar Named Desire'.
Marlon Wayans is an American actor and comedian recognized for his work in comedy films and television shows.
Marlon Jackson is a member of the famous Jackson family and was a singer in the Jackson 5.
Marlon Vera is an Ecuadorian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC.
Fictional characters named Marlon
Marlon is a character in the animated film 'Finding Nemo', known for his overprotective nature as Nemo's father.
Marlon is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', appearing in various forms throughout the franchise.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marlon was first seen in the United States in 1914. Marlon has ranked as high as #450 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Illinois, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Marlon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marlon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 29 | |
| CA | 27 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 23 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 25 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 26 |
| 1934 | 21 |
| 1935 | 31 |
| 1936 | 27 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 40 |
| 1942 | 40 |
| 1943 | 30 |
| 1944 | 22 |
| 1945 | 30 |
| 1946 | 29 |
| 1947 | 30 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 36 |
| 1950 | 52 |
| 1951 | 68 |
| 1952 | 98 |
| 1953 | 84 |
| 1954 | 203 |
| 1955 | 449 |
| 1956 | 365 |
| 1957 | 293 |
| 1958 | 345 |
| 1959 | 269 |
| 1960 | 296 |
| 1961 | 303 |
| 1962 | 290 |
| 1963 | 350 |
| 1964 | 267 |
| 1965 | 260 |
| 1966 | 259 |
| 1967 | 311 |
| 1968 | 235 |
| 1969 | 231 |
| 1970 | 458 |
| 1971 | 766 |
| 1972 | 1,028 |
| 1973 | 904 |
| 1974 | 757 |
| 1975 | 639 |
| 1976 | 743 |
| 1977 | 652 |
| 1978 | 530 |
| 1979 | 591 |
| 1980 | 538 |
| 1981 | 429 |
| 1982 | 457 |
| 1983 | 401 |
| 1984 | 476 |
| 1985 | 509 |
| 1986 | 402 |
| 1987 | 415 |
| 1988 | 488 |
| 1989 | 413 |
| 1990 | 469 |
| 1991 | 481 |
| 1992 | 452 |
| 1993 | 436 |
| 1994 | 445 |
| 1995 | 443 |
| 1996 | 466 |
| 1997 | 479 |
| 1998 | 442 |
| 1999 | 437 |
| 2000 | 452 |
| 2001 | 454 |
| 2002 | 447 |
| 2003 | 462 |
| 2004 | 460 |
| 2005 | 479 |
| 2006 | 509 |
| 2007 | 467 |
| 2008 | 455 |
| 2009 | 382 |
| 2010 | 411 |
| 2011 | 367 |
| 2012 | 340 |
| 2013 | 327 |
| 2014 | 319 |
| 2015 | 277 |
| 2016 | 284 |
| 2017 | 291 |
| 2018 | 262 |
| 2019 | 260 |
| 2020 | 217 |
| 2021 | 213 |
| 2022 | 225 |
| 2023 | 240 |
| 2024 | 200 |