Marion \m(a)-rion\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Marion), is of French origin. Variant of Mary (Latin) "star of the sea". This form was changed into Marian when introduced to Britain in the Middle Ages, but revived in the 19th century. Track celebrity Marion Jones.

Marion has 3 variant forms: Marian, Maryon and Maryonn.

Baby names that sound like Marion are Marin, Marien and Marinn.