Marlon vs Arden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlon

Boy #1,088 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little hawk or blackbird"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #946 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great forest, eagle valley"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

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Marlon Rank #1,088

Arden Rank #946

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Is Marlon or Arden more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Arden mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin).

Are Marlon and Arden boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Arden is primarily a boy name.