Markus: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A martial name meaning dedicated to Mars, strong and determined.
- Origin
- German
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1209
- Peak
- #498 in 1990
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Markus Means
Markus is a boy name of German origin. A martial name meaning dedicated to Mars, strong and determined.
How Popular Markus Is
Markus currently ranks #1209 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #498 in 1990. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Markus
- Markus peaked at #498 in the U.S. in 1990.
- Markus is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Markus is a name from the Germanic tradition.
Names Like Markus
Other German names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Markus
German names that pair well as a brother or sister to Markus.
Questions About Markus
What does Markus mean?
Markus is a boy name of German origin. A martial name meaning dedicated to Mars, strong and determined.
How popular is Markus?
Markus currently ranks #1209 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #498 in 1990. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Markus come from?
Markus comes from German roots. Markus peaked at #498 in the U.S. in 1990.
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