Marlin vs Arlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlin

Boy #1,945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little hawk"

Origin: Germanic

English American

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Boy #2,419 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, oath"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American

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Marlin Rank #1,945

Arlin Rank #2,419

Marlin is more popular, ranked #1945 vs #2419 for Arlin.

Is Marlin or Arlin more popular?

Marlin is more popular, ranked #1945 compared to Arlin at #2419 in the United States.

What do Marlin and Arlin mean?

Marlin means "little hawk" (Germanic origin). Arlin means "pledge, oath" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Marlin and Arlin boy or girl names?

Marlin is primarily a boy name. Arlin is primarily a boy name.