Boys name · California
Marlon in California
Marlon was the 840th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 29 babies named Marlon that year. Since 1951, California families have named 4,197 babies Marlon.
Popularity over time
Marlon in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 | 685th |
| 1962 | 31 | 445th |
| 1972 | 86 | 250th |
| 1983 | 62 | 362nd |
| 1993 | 92 | 366th |
| 2004 | 84 | 388th |
| 2014 | 43 | 673rd |
| 2025 | 29 | 840th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 685th in 1951 to 840th in 2025.
The most babies named Marlon in California in a single year was 107, in 1991. Its best showing was 250th among boys names in 1972.
Across the country, Marlon reached its best rank of 86th in District of Columbia (1973). See Marlon in every state →
How popular is Marlon in California?
Marlon was the 840th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 29 babies named Marlon that year. Since 1951, California families have named 4,197 babies Marlon.
How many babies are named Marlon in California?
In 2025, 29 babies were named Marlon in California. The most babies named Marlon in California in a single year was 107, in 1991.
What is the rank of Marlon in California?
Marlon ranked 840th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 250th among boys names in 1972.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.