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Marie vs Marion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marie

Girl #637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew (Miryam)

Cultural Roots

French German English Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#637
Total SSA Count
461
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Marie Rank #637
Marion Rank #1,863

Marie is more popular, ranked #637 vs #1863 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marie or Marion more popular?

Marie is more popular, ranked #637 compared to Marion at #1863 in the United States.

What do Marie and Marion mean?

Marie means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew (Miryam) origin). Marion means "beloved" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Marie and Marion boy or girl names?

Marie is primarily a girl name. Marion is primarily a girl name.

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