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Marlon vs Perry

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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Perry

Boy #1,243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pear tree"

Origin: Old English pirige

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,243
Total SSA Count
160
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088
Perry Rank #1,243

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1243 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Perry more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Perry at #1243 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Perry mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin).

Are Marlon and Perry boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Perry is primarily a boy name.

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