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Marion vs Usher

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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Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #2,309
Usher Rank #2,306

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 vs #2309 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Usher more popular?

Usher is more popular, ranked #2306 compared to Marion at #2309 in the United States.

What do Marion and Usher mean?

Marion means "sea of bitterness, drop of the sea" (Hebrew via French origin). Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin).

Are Marion and Usher boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a boy name. Usher is primarily a boy name.

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