Marsalis
boy nameMarsalis entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #2989 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1986–2025
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rank today
#2989
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3466 |
| 1990s | #4111 |
| 2000s | #9294 |
| 2010s | #9568 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Marsalis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marsalis alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marsalis in 2025?
- Marsalis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Marsalis most popular?
- Marsalis peaked in 1989, reaching #2989 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marsalis with classmates?
- Marsalis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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