Marion Whaley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marion Whaley — Latin
189K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marion Whaley 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 Whaley: Bill Whaley (1899–1943), American baseball player Burt Whaley, American politician Davyd Whaley (1967–2014), American painter Doug Whaley (born 1972), American football executive Eddie Whaley (1877–1960), American-born comic entertainer in Britain Frank Whaley (born 1963), American actor George Whaley (politician) (born 1860/61), Irish politician George Whaley (actor) (1934–2019), Australian actor and director Henry H. Whaley (c. 1818–after 1888), American mayor Janice Whaley (fl. 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: Whaley

Irish

Bill Whaley (1899–1943), American baseball player Burt Whaley, American politician Davyd Whaley (1967–2014), American painter Doug Whaley (born 1972), American football executive Eddie Whaley (1877–1960), American-born comic entertainer in Britain Frank Whaley (born 1963), American actor George Whaley (politician) (born 1860/61), Irish politician George Whaley (actor) (1934–2019), Australian actor and director Henry H. Whaley (c. 1818–after 1888), American mayor Janice Whaley (fl.

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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 Whaley

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 Whaley:

9
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Whaley?
The surname Whaley originates from Irish. Bill Whaley (1899–1943), American baseball player Burt Whaley, American politician Davyd Whaley (1967–2014), American painter Doug Whaley (born 1972), American football executive Eddie Whaley (1877–1960), American-born comic entertainer in Britain Frank Whaley (born 1963), American actor George Whaley (politician) (born 1860/61), Irish politician George Whaley (actor) (1934–2019), Australian actor and director Henry H. Whaley (c. 1818–after 1888), American mayor Janice Whaley (fl.
What are the origins of the name Marion Whaley?
The name Marion Whaley combines two different traditions: the first name Marion has Latin roots, while the surname Whaley originates from Irish.
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