Marlin
girl name#7491 in 2025Marlin entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1954 in 1941, ranks #7491 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#7491
rank today
#1954
peak (1941)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4305 |
| 1920s | #3817 |
| 1930s | #2705 |
| 1940s | #2694 |
| 1950s | #3780 |
| 1960s | #3761 |
| 1970s | #5576 |
| 1980s | #4868 |
| 1990s | #4004 |
| 2000s | #4209 |
| 2010s | #6929 |
| 2020s | #8538 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marlin has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Marlin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlin alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlin in 2025?
- Marlin ranks #7491 among US girl names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlin most popular?
- Marlin peaked in 1941, reaching #1954 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marlin with classmates?
- Marlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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