Surname · Greek
Μάρλιν
“resembling a little hawk”
Μάρλιν is used as a surname.
GreekWritten in Greek script. In English: Marlin.
Meaning & origin
What it means
Μάρλιν is Marlin written in the Greek alphabet. Marlin is a variant of Marlon. One English interpretation is “resembling a little hawk.” Its derivation is not certain. In English use, Marlin has a related form in Merlin. One Welsh interpretation is “of the sea fortress; in Arthurian legend, the wizard and mentor of King Arthur.”
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Where it comes from
Μάρλιν is Marlin written in the Greek alphabet. Marlin is a variant of Marlon. A possible origin is French, although the derivation remains uncertain. Marlin is a variant of Marlene. An origin associated with Marlene is German. In English use, Marlin has a related form in Merlin. Merlin has been associated with Welsh and Celtic naming traditions.
Explained through its name family
Μάρλιν’s family of names
In Greek usage, Μάρλιν as a surname has a transliteration in Marlin.
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