What does the name Marlin mean?

The name Marlin means "Devoted to the god of war".

What is the origin of the name Marlin?

Marlin is a name of Latin origin.

In 2023, 81 babies were named Marlin in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Marlin is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 81 →

All-Time Total: 20,912

Peak Year: 1935

Marlin is of English origin and is derived from the surname Merlon, which means "little falcon."

Marlin Briscoe - First black starting quarterback in NFL.
Marlin Perkins - Zoologist and host of "Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom."
Marlin Stutzman - American politician and former U.S. Representative.
Marlin Fitzwater - Press Secretary for Presidents Reagan and Bush.
Marlin Jackson - Former NFL cornerback for Indianapolis Colts.
Marlin K. Jensen - Religious leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Marlin McKeever - Former NFL player and college football coach.
Marlin Barnes - Former University of Miami football player.

Boy names closely related to Marlin

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Girl names closely related to Marlin

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Names with similar meaning to Marlin

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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