Marion Meredith

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marion Meredith — Latin
189K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marion Meredith is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Marion is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Marion is a unisex given name. As a feminine given name, it is a French diminutive of Marie that has been in use by English speakers since the Middle Ages. It was also occasionally considered a form of Margaret or Margery. As a masculine given name, it derives from the Latin given name Marianus, a form of the name Marius. The surname Meredith: Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered. Marion is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 189K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marion reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marion

Latin

Marion is a unisex given name. As a feminine given name, it is a French diminutive of Marie that has been in use by English speakers since the Middle Ages. It was also occasionally considered a form of Margaret or Margery. As a masculine given name, it derives from the Latin given name Marianus, a form of the name Marius.

Surname: Meredith

Irish

Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marion is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marion by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Marion Meredith

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marion Meredith:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marion?
The first name Marion originates from Latin. Marion is a unisex given name. As a feminine given name, it is a French diminutive of Marie that has been in use by English speakers since the Middle Ages. It was also occasionally considered a form of Margaret or Margery. As a masculine given name, it derives from the Latin given name Marianus, a form of the name Marius.
When was Marion most popular?
The name Marion reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Meredith?
The surname Meredith originates from Irish. Adam Meredith (1913–1976), British bridge player Amaza Lee Meredith (1895–1984), American architect, educator and artist Andrew Meredith (born 1972), field hockey coach Anna Meredith (born 1978), British musician and composer Bevan Meredith (1927–2019), Anglican Archbishop of Papua New Guinea Billy Meredith (1874–1958), Welsh footballer Bryn Meredith, Welsh rugby union player Burgess Meredith, American actor Carew Arthur Meredith, Anglo-Irish mathematician and logician Carole Meredith, American grape geneticist Cla Meredith, Major League Baseball pitcher for the San Diego Padres Courtney Mered.
What are the origins of the name Marion Meredith?
The name Marion Meredith combines two different traditions: the first name Marion has Latin roots, while the surname Meredith originates from Irish.
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