Marlan
boy name#12008 in 2025Marlan entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1276 in 1941, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#12008
rank today
#1276
peak (1941)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3597 |
| 1920s | #2646 |
| 1930s | #1783 |
| 1940s | #1885 |
| 1950s | #1918 |
| 1960s | #2105 |
| 1970s | #2477 |
| 1980s | #4924 |
| 1990s | #5904 |
| 2000s | #9134 |
| 2010s | #11320 |
| 2020s | #11772 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Marlan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlan alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 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 ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlan most popular?
- Marlan peaked in 1941, reaching #1276 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marlan with classmates?
- Marlan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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