Marion
Marion is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Bitterness, beloved, or wished-for child.
Origin and history
Marion originated as a French diminutive of Mary, derived from Hebrew roots meaning bitter or beloved. Historically popular as a unisex name in the early 20th century, it is now given less frequently to girls in the United States while maintaining a classic, vintage profile.
Popularity in the United States
189,218 babies in the United States have been named Marion since 1880. It ranks #210 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1433.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.9 %)
- PA (9.5 %)
- MA (6.7 %)
- IL (6 %)
- NJ (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 2,109 |
| 1890-1900 | 7,310 |
| 1900-1910 | 11,713 |
| 1910-1920 | 37,974 |
| 1920-1930 | 55,178 |
| 1930-1940 | 29,565 |
| 1940-1950 | 18,490 |
| 1950-1960 | 11,883 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,212 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,562 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,762 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,315 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,142 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,324 |
| 2020-2029 | 679 |
Famous people named Marion
- Marion Cotillard: Actress
- Marion Ross: Actress
- Marion Jones: Athlete
Nicknames
Mari, Mazzy
Fun facts
- Marion developed in medieval France as a affectionate pet form of Mary before becoming an independent name.
- Although more widely given to females today, Marion spent decades in the early 20th century as a prominent name for both boys and girls in the U.S.