NAME PROFILE
Marlan
Derived from the Germanic name 'Gautselin', meaning 'a member of the Gauts'. This modern spelling reflects an energetic and spirited personality, often associated with a creative and joyful outlook on life.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,236 |
| Gender | Male (1% / 99%) |
| Peak year | 1936 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1931 |
| Most recent | 1971 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, French, German |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
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Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
MN — 50%CA — 25%MI — 25%AK — 0%PA — 0%
Notable People
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Nicknames & Diminutives
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