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Marlon vs Toby

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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Toby

Boy #1,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is good"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,106
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marlon Rank #1,088
Toby Rank #1,106

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlon or Toby more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Marlon and Toby mean?

Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marlon and Toby boy or girl names?

Marlon is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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