Marlon vs Semaj

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

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Semaj

Boy #1,067 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James"

Origin: Modern American

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,067
Total SSA Count: 204
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088

Semaj Rank #1,067

Semaj is more popular, ranked #1067 vs #1088 for Marlon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Semaj more popular?

Semaj is more popular, ranked #1067 compared to Marlon at #1088 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Semaj mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Semaj means "James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James" (Modern American origin).

Are Marlon and Semaj boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Semaj is primarily a boy name.

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