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Marlon
Marlon (name) means a male given name, well known from the actor Marlon Brando. Example: “Their son was named Marlon after his grandfather.”
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A male given name, well known from the actor Marlon Brando.
"Their son was named Marlon after his grandfather."
How to use Marlon
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA man's first name.
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What does “Marlon” mean?
The word “Marlon” means a male given name, well known from the actor Marlon Brando. In plain terms, a man's first name.
How do you use “Marlon” in a sentence?
Here is “Marlon” used in a sentence: “Their son was named Marlon after his grandfather.”
What part of speech is “Marlon”?
“Marlon” is a name.
Is “Marlon” a common word?
“Marlon” is an uncommon word in modern English.