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Marion vs Brigham

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

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Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #2,309
Brigham Rank #2,191

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Brigham more popular?

Brigham is more popular, ranked #2191 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Brigham mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Brigham means "bridge homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Marion and Brigham boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Brigham is primarily a boy name.

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