Terry 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

Popularity Comparison

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Marlon more popular?

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

What do Terry and Marlon mean?

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

Are Terry and Marlon boy or girl names?

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

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