"of the sea, marine"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Marin
Pronunciation: [ m-EHR-ihn ]
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"sailor, sea person"
Origin: Latin marinus
Language: English
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The Story of Marin
Marin derives from the Latin marinus meaning of the sea, related to the words marine, marina, and mariner. As a given name it has been used throughout the Romance and Slavic worlds. In Croatia and Slovenia, Marin is primarily a male name honoring Saint Marinus who founded San Marino, while in France and the Anglophone world it is increasingly used for girls as a sleek alternative to Marina.
Marin has gained traction in the US as a sleek, nature-inspired alternative to Marina or Maureen. Its coastal associations appeal to beach-loving families, and it has been embraced as a gender-neutral name. Marin County in California has also brought the name into American cultural consciousness.
In Croatia, Marin is one of the most traditional names, honoring Saint Marinus who founded the tiny Republic of San Marino in the 4th century. In France and English-speaking countries, Marin reads as a fresh, nautical name with clean modern lines.
Historical Record
Marin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 5,990 babies have been named Marin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marin is past its peak , currently ranked #1,903 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Republic of San Marino, the world's oldest constitutional republic, was founded by Saint Marinus in 301 AD
- Marin County, California, is known for its stunning natural beauty along the Pacific coast
- Marin Alsop is a renowned American conductor, the first woman to lead a major American orchestra
Marin in Other Languages
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Marinus
French
Marin
Italian
Marino
Spanish
Marino
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Marin
Popularity Over Time
#1,903
Current Rank
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Peaked 2004
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Marin
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Marin Alsop
Musician
1956
American conductor, first woman to lead a major US symphony orchestra (Baltimore Symphony)
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Saint Marinus
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4th-century Christian stonemason who founded the Republic of San Marino, the world's oldest republic
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,903
- Total SSA Count
- 105
- Cultural Origins
- Croatian French American Slovenian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Mari
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marin
What does the name Marin mean?
"of the sea, marine" (from Latin). "sailor, sea person" (from Latin marinus). Marin derives from the Latin marinus meaning of the sea, related to the words marine, marina, and mariner. As a given name it has been used throughout the Romance and Slavic worlds. In Croatia and Slovenia, Marin is primarily a male name honoring Saint Marinus who founded San Marino, while in France and the Anglophone world it is increasingly used for girls as a sleek alternative to Marina.
What is the origin of the name Marin?
Marin has Latin, Latin marinus, Croatian, French, American, and Slovenian origins. In Latin, it means "of the sea, marine". In Latin marinus, it means "sailor, sea person".
Is Marin a boy or girl name?
Marin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1903. As a boy name, it is ranked #4943. Marin is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Marin?
Marin is pronounced m-EHR-ihn.
How popular is the name Marin?
Marin is currently ranked #1903 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Marin?
Common nicknames for Marin include Mari.
What are good middle names for Marin?
Popular middle name pairings include Marin Grace, Marin Claire, Marin Rose, Marin Jade, Marin Elise, Marin Soleil, and Marin Blue.
What are good sibling names for Marin?
Names that pair well with Marin as siblings include River, Coral, Finn, Pearl, Bay, and Sailor.
How many syllables does Marin have?
Marin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Marin a common or rare name?
Marin is an uncommon name, ranked #1903 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Marin
Marin is a girl name with Croatian, French, American, and Slovenian origins . The name means "of the sea, marine" in Latin .
Is Marin a boy or girl name? Marin is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,903 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #4,943. Marin is more commonly used as a girl name.
Marin is currently ranked #1,903 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Marin has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EHR-ihn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Marin include Mari. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marin include Maria, Mariana, Mariah, Mariam, Marie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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