Marlon vs Terry

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

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088
Terry Rank #1,187

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Terry more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Terry mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin).

Are Marlon and Terry boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Terry is primarily a boy name.

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