Percy vs Marlon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Percy Rank #1,256
Marlon Rank #1,088

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Marlon more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Marlon mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin).

Are Percy and Marlon boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Marlon is primarily a boy name.

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