Marlon
boy name#1097 in 2025Marlon entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #217 in 1972, ranks #1097 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1914–2025
#1097
rank today
#217
peak (1972)
195
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2822 |
| 1920s | #1869 |
| 1930s | #1388 |
| 1940s | #1279 |
| 1950s | #589 |
| 1960s | #470 |
| 1970s | #287 |
| 1980s | #398 |
| 1990s | #475 |
| 2000s | #535 |
| 2010s | #752 |
| 2020s | #1021 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marlon has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 28,000 people named Marlon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marlon alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marlon in 2025?
- Marlon ranks #1097 among US boy names in 2025, with 195 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marlon most popular?
- Marlon peaked in 1972, reaching #217 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marlon with classmates?
- Marlon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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