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Devon vs Marlon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlon

Boy #1,088 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little hawk or blackbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American French English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,088
Total SSA Count
200
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Devon Rank #960
Marlon Rank #1,088

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devon or Marlon more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Devon and Marlon mean?

Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin). Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin).

Are Devon and Marlon boy or girl names?

Devon is primarily a boy name. Marlon is primarily a boy name.

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