Marland

Marland Origin and Meaning

The name Marland is a boy's name.

Marland is a masculine name of English origin that combines elements of traditional names with a distinctive flair. It likely developed as a surname before transitioning to given name usage, possibly deriving from 'mere-land' (meaning 'lake land' or 'boundary land' in Old English) or as a variation of the name Merlin. The name has maintained a consistent but low profile in naming statistics throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Marland carries a sophisticated, somewhat aristocratic quality while avoiding being overly formal. Its distinctive sound sets it apart from more common 'Mar-' names like Martin or Marcus. The name may appeal to parents seeking something uniquely English with historical roots but without widespread usage, allowing their son to have a name that sounds familiar yet remains uncommon.

Marland Rank in US Top 1000

# 841 in the US

Famous People Named Marland

• Marland Yarde Saint Lucian,British rugby union player
• Marland Pratt Billings American geologist