Marin
Marin is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Of the sea.
Origin and history
Marin is derived from the Latin name Marinus, meaning 'of the sea'. It is also considered a French surname used as a given name or a variant of Mary. In the U.S., it is a moderately used name for girls with a distinct coastal charm.
Popularity in the United States
6,096 babies in the United States have been named Marin since 1880. It ranks #2189 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1458.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.1 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- PA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 22 |
| 1960-1970 | 73 |
| 1970-1980 | 233 |
| 1980-1990 | 430 |
| 1990-2000 | 700 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,212 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,761 |
| 2020-2029 | 652 |
Famous people named Marin
- Marin Hinkle: Actress
- Marin Alsop: Conductor, Musician
- Marin Ireland: Actress
Fun facts
- The name shares its spelling with Marin County, California, known for its scenic coastal coastline.
- It traces back to the ancient Latin word 'marinus', which relates directly to the sea.