Marion
Marion is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Bitterness, beloved, or wished-for child (via Mary).
Origin and history
Marion originated in French as a diminutive form of Marie, though it historically established strong roots as a masculine given name in Medieval Europe and the United States. While historically popular for American boys in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it is now an uncommon vintage choice for males.
Popularity in the United States
72,495 babies in the United States have been named Marion since 1880. It ranks #392 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1594.
States where it is most popular
- SC (10.9 %)
- GA (8.6 %)
- TX (7.3 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,624 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,508 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,967 |
| 1910-1920 | 10,156 |
| 1920-1930 | 16,035 |
| 1930-1940 | 11,859 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,668 |
| 1950-1960 | 7,261 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,343 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,664 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,652 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,180 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,353 |
| 2010-2019 | 892 |
| 2020-2029 | 333 |
Famous people named Marion
- Marion Barry: Politician, Civil Rights Activist
- Marion Motley: Athlete, Hall of Fame Football Player
- Marion Broadus Barber Jr.: Athlete
Nicknames
Mar
Fun facts
- Iconic American actor John Wayne was born Marion Robert Morrison.
- Marion was a top-100 masculine name in the United States throughout the late 1800s and early 1900s.