Marlon vs Gerald

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlon

Boy #1,088 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little hawk or blackbird"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Marlon Rank #1,088

Gerald Rank #1,168

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Marlon or Gerald more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Gerald mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Marlon and Gerald boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.