Mahlon vs Ferrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mahlon

Boy #3,441 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sickness; weakness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Christian Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,441
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mahlon Rank #3,441
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mahlon or Ferrin more popular?

Mahlon is more popular, ranked #3441 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Mahlon and Ferrin mean?

Mahlon means "sickness; weakness" (Hebrew origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mahlon and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Mahlon is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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