Marlon
Marlon is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 23, with 182,695 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
The name Marlon entered Philippine naming practices heavily during the mid-20th century, largely inspired by Hollywood icon Marlon Brando. It established itself as a classic, enduring male given name across both urban and rural communities in the Philippines.
Marlon is of English origin, popularized internationally primarily by the American actor Marlon Brando. Its deeper etymology is debated, likely deriving from an Old French surname or a variant of Marc/Merlin. In the Philippines, it became widespread throughout the mid-to-late 20th century under American cultural influence.
Name character
In the Philippines
Extremely common standalone male first name in the Philippines, especially among Gen X and Millennials. Frequently shortened to nicknames like 'Lon', 'Marl', or 'Lon-lon'.
Related forms
- Marlon English
- Marlon Spanish
- Marlon Portuguese
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Marlon with common surname pairs
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How do I use Marlon with two Filipino surnames?
Marlon is the given name. The full name is Marlon + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Marlon a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Marlon is number 23, with 182,695 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.