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Marion vs Ridley

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
Ridley Rank #2,253

Ridley is more popular, ranked #2253 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Ridley more popular?

Ridley is more popular, ranked #2253 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Ridley mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Ridley means "reed clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Marion and Ridley boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Ridley is primarily a boy name.

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