Marion
girl name#2036 in 2025Marion entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #42 in 1922, ranks #2036 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2036
rank today
#42
peak (1922)
93
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #124 |
| 1890s | #80 |
| 1900s | #63 |
| 1910s | #50 |
| 1920s | #46 |
| 1930s | #89 |
| 1940s | #147 |
| 1950s | #239 |
| 1960s | #387 |
| 1970s | #657 |
| 1980s | #913 |
| 1990s | #1325 |
| 2000s | #1744 |
| 2010s | #1642 |
| 2020s | #1794 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marion has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 45,000 people named Marion are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marion alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marion in 2025?
- Marion ranks #2036 among US girl names in 2025, with 93 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marion most popular?
- Marion peaked in 1922, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marion with classmates?
- Marion will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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