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Marion vs Mark

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
Mark Rank #246

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Mark more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Mark mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Marion and Mark boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Mark is primarily a boy name.

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