Marin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Marin has Latin roots, meaning 'of the sea'. It evolved from the Latin 'Marinus' and has historical forms in Old French. Marin is often associated with traits of strength and elegance, reflecting its maritime meaning. It does not have a biblical background, but has gained popularity since Roman times in various cultures.
The name Marin is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marin has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4199th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3965th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3597th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3339th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3989th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5066th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5970th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6731st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3239th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2466th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1173rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1536th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marin"
Pronunciation
/ˈmærɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marin is derived from the Latin name 'Marinus', which means 'of the sea' or 'marine'.
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Marinus, Marinus (Latin), Marin (Old French), Marin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Marin has been used since the Roman times and gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Mediterranean regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Marina, Marinette, Mario, Marie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marin is perceived as a strong and elegant name, often associated with coastal or oceanic themes.
Famous People
Marin Alsop, an American conductor, Marin Hinkle, an American actress, Marin Cilic, a Croatian professional tennis player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marin"
"Marin" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4199th of 7545 | 55 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3965th of 6773 | 58 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3597th of 7552 | 94 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3339th of 10718 | 150 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3989th of 16616 | 202 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5066th of 24088 | 256 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5970th of 23106 | 175 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6731st of 12526 | 56 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3239th of 19264 | 335 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2466th of 27321 | 750 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1173rd of 35406 | 3,141 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1536th of 30306 | 1,715 |
Regional Popularity of "Marin" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
45.99% 1860th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
35.62% 2250th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
50.21% 3672nd/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Marin" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- |
52.60% 2127th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.78% 2387th/3685 |
71.37% 3194th/4475 |
- |
30.88% 1951st/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.42% 844th/4582 |
20.08% 1037th/5164 |
21.99% 1608th/7313 |
16.23% 1211th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.02% 1196th/3984 |
32.03% 1437th/4487 |
26.91% 1836th/6822 |
27.20% 1707th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.