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Marlon vs Cory

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlon

Boy #1,088 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little hawk or blackbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American French English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,088
Total SSA Count
200
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088
Cory Rank #1,097

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Cory more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Cory mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Marlon and Cory boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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