Marlin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Marlin Name at a Glance

Name	Marlin
Meaning	Feminine of Marlon. Also a variant of Marlene: Woman from Magdala.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Marlin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Marlin means “Feminine of Marlon. Also a variant of Marlene: Woman from Magdala”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Marlin Name Origin

Our database records Marlin under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Marlin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Marlin is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Marlin

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