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Marion vs Marianna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marianna

Girl #857 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"grace and drop of the sea (Maria + Anna)"

Origin: Latin/Hebrew compound

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Portuguese Eastern European Russian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#857
Total SSA Count
314
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marion Rank #1,863
Marianna Rank #857

Marianna is more popular, ranked #857 vs #1863 for Marion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion or Marianna more popular?

Marianna is more popular, ranked #857 compared to Marion at #1863 in the United States.

What do Marion and Marianna mean?

Marion means "beloved" (Hebrew via French origin). Marianna means "grace and drop of the sea (Maria + Anna)" (Latin/Hebrew compound origin).

Are Marion and Marianna boy or girl names?

Marion is primarily a girl name. Marianna is primarily a girl name.

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