Marlan
girl nameMarlan entered the US charts in 1952, peaked at #3796 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1952–2025
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rank today
#3796
peak (1952)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3796 |
| 1960s | #6592 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Marlan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Marlan alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlan in 2025?
- Marlan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Marlan most popular?
- Marlan peaked in 1952, reaching #3796 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marlan with classmates?
- Marlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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