Marshall vs Lian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lian

Boy #515 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful willow"

Origin: Chinese (alternate character)

Cultural Roots

Chinese American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#515
Total SSA Count
594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marshall Rank #392
Lian Rank #515

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #515 for Lian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Lian more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Lian at #515 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Lian mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Lian means "graceful willow" (Chinese (alternate character) origin).

Are Marshall and Lian boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Lian is primarily a boy name.

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