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Brigham vs Marion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marion

Boy #2,309 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness, drop of the sea"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French English American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,309
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brigham Rank #2,191
Marion Rank #2,309

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brigham or Marion more popular?

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Brigham and Marion mean?

Brigham means "bridge homestead" (Old English origin). Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Brigham and Marion boy or girl names?

Brigham is primarily a boy name. Marion is primarily a boy name.

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