Marlon vs Cedric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlon

Boy #1,088 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little hawk or blackbird"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bounty, kindly, beloved"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

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Marlon Rank #1,088

Cedric Rank #945

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Is Marlon or Cedric more popular?

Cedric is more popular, ranked #945 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Cedric mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Cedric means "bounty, kindly, beloved" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Marlon and Cedric boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Cedric is primarily a boy name.