Marcus: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A warlike child dedicated to the god of battle.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #227
- Peak
- #57 in 1984
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Marcus Means
Marcus is a boy name of English origin. A warlike child dedicated to the god of battle.
How Popular Marcus Is
Marcus currently ranks #227 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #57 in 1984. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Marcus
- Marcus broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #57 in 1984.
- Marcus has been a top 100 name across 169+ years of American history.
- Marcus is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Marcus
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Marcus
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Questions About Marcus
What does Marcus mean?
Marcus is a boy name of English origin. A warlike child dedicated to the god of battle.
How popular is Marcus?
Marcus currently ranks #227 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #57 in 1984. It has held steady.
Where does Marcus come from?
Marcus comes from English roots. Marcus broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #57 in 1984.
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