Marlon
/MAHRⱢUHN/ English Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Marlon is a English name meaning "N/A". The etymology is debated. Some sources suggest it's a variant of Merlin (Welsh: Myrddin, possibly from *moridunum* 'sea fort') or a diminutive of Martin (Latin: Martinus, 'of Mars'). Others propose a connection to French surnames with the element 'Mar-'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic MAHRⱢUHN
IPA ˈmɑɹɫən
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as MAHRⱢUHN. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
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