Marion vs Arley

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

Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #2,309
Arley Rank #2,054

Arley is more popular, ranked #2054 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Arley more popular?

Arley is more popular, ranked #2054 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Arley mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Arley means "hare meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Marion and Arley boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Arley is primarily a boy name.

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