Marland
Marland is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Land near a lake or marsh.
Origin and history
Marland is a rare masculine name of Old English origin, derived from a geographic place name meaning land near a lake or marsh. It saw moderate use in the United States during the early to mid-20th century. Today, it remains an uncommon classic choice for parents seeking an understated, nature-inspired surname-turned-given-name.
Popularity in the United States
1,223 babies in the United States have been named Marland since 1880. It ranks #3475 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- OK (61.5 %)
- MN (24 %)
- IL (9.6 %)
- PA (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 73 |
| 1920-1930 | 201 |
| 1930-1940 | 268 |
| 1940-1950 | 105 |
| 1950-1960 | 97 |
| 1960-1970 | 117 |
| 1970-1980 | 206 |
| 1980-1990 | 62 |
| 1990-2000 | 49 |
| 2000-2010 | 35 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Fun facts
- The name originally referred to various locations in England defined by nearby lakes or wetlands.
- Historically most popular in the early 20th century, Marland remains a distinctively rare choice today.