Marion
Marion is a Christian girl name of French, from Hebrew origin, meaning “Little Mary”.
| Meaning | Little Mary |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | French, from Hebrew |
| Pronunciation | MAIR-ee-un |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Marion
Marion is a medieval French diminutive of Marie, the French form of Mary. It is the name of Maid Marian in the Robin Hood legends, often spelled Marian. In the English-speaking world it has also been used for boys, notably by John Wayne, born Marion Morrison. In France it is still a popular girl's name.
Is Marion a Christian name?
As a form of Mary, Marion has Christian roots and honours the mother of Jesus.
How popular is Marion?
Popular in France; less common in English-speaking countries today.
Gifts with the name Marion
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Spellings and variants of Marion
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marion mean?
Marion means 'Little Mary'. It is of French, from Hebrew origin.
Is Marion a Christian name?
As a form of Mary, Marion has Christian roots and honours the mother of Jesus.
How do you pronounce Marion?
Marion is pronounced MAIR-ee-un.
Is Marion a boy or girl name?
Marion is usually a girl name.