Morlon
Of uncertain origin, potentially derived from French elements related to darkness or blackness.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Morlon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Morlon today is around 49 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Morlon births was 1972 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Morlon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Morlon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1972
5 babies that year
Average age
49
years old
1972 SSA rank
#5,507
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Morlon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Morlon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Morlon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Morlon
The name Morlon is believed to have originated from the Old French language, which was spoken in parts of present-day France and neighboring regions during the Middle Ages, roughly between the 9th and 14th centuries. Its roots can be traced back to the Latin words "morus" meaning "mulberry tree" and "lun" which could refer to a meadow or a grove.
One theory suggests that the name may have been derived from a place name, possibly a town or village where mulberry trees were abundant or where there was a mulberry grove. It's important to note that during this period, many surnames and given names were influenced by geographical features, occupations, or physical characteristics.
The earliest recorded use of the name Morlon can be found in medieval French documents and records from the 12th and 13th centuries. However, there is no definitive evidence of the name appearing in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or other historical records prior to this period.
Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals who bore the name Morlon. One such figure was Morlon de Lenclos, a French nobleman and military commander who lived in the 15th century. He was known for his participation in the Hundred Years' War between England and France.
Another individual of note was Morlon de Montigny, a French explorer and navigator who was active in the 16th century. He is believed to have been one of the first Europeans to explore parts of the Caribbean and South America.
In the 17th century, there was a French painter named Morlon Boucher who was renowned for his portraits and religious works of art.
During the 18th century, Morlon Diderot was a French philosopher and writer who was a prominent figure in the Enlightenment movement. He is best known for his contributions to the famous Encyclopédie, a comprehensive compendium of knowledge.
Lastly, in the 19th century, Morlon Proust was a French novelist and critic who is considered one of the most influential authors of his time. His masterpiece, "In Search of Lost Time," is a seminal work in the literary canon.
While the name Morlon has historical roots and notable individuals associated with it, it is important to note that these accounts are based on limited records and research. The true origins and early usage of the name may still hold some mysteries yet to be uncovered.
People
Morlon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Morlon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Morlon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Morlon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Morlon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Morlon a common name?
We classify Morlon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Morlon most popular?
The single biggest year for Morlon was 1972, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Morlon is about 49 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Morlon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Morlon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Morlon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Morlon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Morlon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Morlon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Morlon?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Morlon on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.