Marlo
boy name#1708 in 2025Marlo entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #877 in 1972, ranks #1708 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1915–2025
#1708
rank today
#877
peak (1972)
95
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2901 |
| 1920s | #2597 |
| 1930s | #1752 |
| 1940s | #2070 |
| 1950s | #1554 |
| 1960s | #1572 |
| 1970s | #1053 |
| 1980s | #1694 |
| 1990s | #2603 |
| 2000s | #3182 |
| 2010s | #2459 |
| 2020s | #1786 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marlo has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Marlo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlo alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlo in 2025?
- Marlo ranks #1708 among US boy names in 2025, with 95 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlo most popular?
- Marlo peaked in 1972, reaching #877 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marlo with classmates?
- Marlo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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