Marlon vs Larry

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

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088
Larry Rank #1,070

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Larry more popular?

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Larry mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Marlon and Larry boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Larry is primarily a boy name.

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