Comments for the name Marlon

I like the sound of this name, but I would probably use it as a middle name rather than a first one.

Actors Sven Martinek and Maren Schumacher have a son Marlon Martinek, born October 1993.

Marlon Brando, (1924 – 2004) was an American actor famous for his work in the films "A Streetcar Named Desire", "On the Waterfront" and "The Godfather", among many.

Marlon may find its origins in the Old French word, "merlin", meaning, "little hawk", or is possibly a variant of, Marcellus, which is the root name for, "Marc", as cited in the BTN listing. But it should be noted that "Marlon" and "Merlin" do not share their roots with "Marlin", which is short for "marlinspike", a sailor's tool.

I don't know, even though Marlon Brando is the most famous person with this name, I still think of a black person when I hear it.

This is my brother-in-law's name and he pronounces it as MAHR-lin not MAHR-lun.

Marlon Wayans, the youngest of the Wayans Bros.

Marlon Jackson, member of the Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson's brother.

Marlon pronounced MAR-lon. English in origin or possibly (Old French) "little hawk", and/or may be a variation of Merlin. Popularized by actor Marlon Brando in the modern day.
- a boy's name (also used as girl's name Marlon)