Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Marshall.
National Rank (2025)
#340
All-Time Peak Rank
#132 (1886)
Total U.S. Births
97,447
Unisex Distribution98.8% Boy / 1.2% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Marshall Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Marshall
According to SSA data, Marshall achieved its highest historical rank of #132 in 1886. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1947 with 1,269 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 11.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Marshall scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-11.3% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,269Births in 1947
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:804
1890s:916
1900s:1,135
1910s:5,585
1920s:8,040
1930s:7,174
1940s:10,241
1950s:10,688
1960s:7,781
1970s:6,771
1980s:7,968
1990s:8,269
2000s:7,390
2010s:9,502
2020s:5,183
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMars-hall
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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