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Marion vs Maryann

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
Maryann Rank #2,222

Maryann is more popular, ranked #2222 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Maryann more popular?

Maryann is more popular, ranked #2222 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Maryann mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Maryann means "sea of grace, beloved grace" (Hebrew (compound) origin).

Are Marion and Maryann boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Maryann is primarily a girl name.

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