Marion vs Patton

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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Ezariah Armoni Quade June

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Patton

Boy #2,307 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Patrick's town, fighter's settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #2,307
Total SSA Count: 61
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #2,309

Patton Rank #2,307

Patton is more popular, ranked #2307 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Patton more popular?

Patton is more popular, ranked #2307 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Patton mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Patton means "Patrick's town, fighter's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Marion and Patton boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Patton is primarily a boy name.

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