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Jon vs Marlon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Jon Rank #893
Marlon Rank #1,088

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jon or Marlon more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Jon and Marlon mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin).

Are Jon and Marlon boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Marlon is primarily a boy name.

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