Marion
Meaning: High mountain; exalted; strong
Origin: Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #352
Total births: 313
History: Marion peaked in the 1970s in Australia. Marion's Lookout in Cradle Mountain is one of Tasmania's most stunning viewpoints. Marion represents Australian natural beauty.
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| Current rank (1956) | #98 |
| Babies named Marion in 1956 | 69 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 313 |
| Peak year | 1952 (84 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #88 |
| Years in records | 1952–1956 (4 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Marion
What does the name Marion mean?
Marion means “High mountain; exalted; strong” from Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain roots.
What is the origin of the name Marion?
Marion has Hebrew — from Aharon (אַהֲרֹן), possibly from a root meaning high, exalted, or mountain origin. The traditional meaning is “High mountain; exalted; strong”.
How popular is Marion in Australia?
Marion ranked #98 in Australia in 1956 — given to 69 babies that year.
When was Marion most popular?
Marion peaked in 1952 with 84 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Marion a boy or girl name?
Marion is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Marions in registered births are female.