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Perry vs Marlon

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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Popularity Comparison

Perry Rank #1,243
Marlon Rank #1,088

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 vs #1243 for Perry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Marlon more popular?

Marlon is more popular, ranked #1088 compared to Perry at #1243 in the United States.

What do Perry and Marlon mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Marlon means "little hawk or blackbird" (Old French origin).

Are Perry and Marlon boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Marlon is primarily a boy name.

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