Demarcus Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: duh-MAR-kus //dəˈmɑrkəs//
Origin: Latin; African American Vernacular English
Meaning: Latin: 'of Marcus'; African American Vernacular English: 'the son of Marcus'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Demarcus is believed to be a modern variation of the name Marcus, which has its roots in the Latin name "Marcus," derived from the Roman god of war, Mars. The etymology traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root *merg-, meaning "to shine" or "to be bright," which reflects the qualities associated with Mars.
The name Marcus was widely used in ancient Rome and has been adopted in various forms across different cultures and languages, including the Greek "Markos" and the Hebrew "Mordechai." The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Latin-speaking Christian Church, particularly during the early medieval period, when names from the Roman tradition were integrated into Christian naming practices. Historically, the name Marcus has been borne by notable figures, including Marcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent Roman statesman and philosopher in the 1st century BCE, and Saint Mark, one of the four Evangelists, whose Gospel is a significant text in Christianity.
The name gained further prominence through the Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible in the late 4th century, which solidified its use in Christian contexts. The name Marcus has also appeared in various forms in literature and historical texts throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, contributing to its enduring legacy.
Culturally, names derived from Marcus, including Demarcus, often carry connotations of strength and valor, reflecting the martial associations of their origins. The prefix "De-" in Demarcus may suggest a form of distinction or emphasis, though its exact significance in this context is less clear.
The name has been embraced in various cultural narratives, symbolizing resilience and identity, particularly in African American communities. Such names often reflect a blend of historical significance and personal identity, contributing to their lasting presence in the lexicon of names.
Famous people named Demarcus
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DeMarcus Cousins is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, and Golden State Warriors.
DeMarcus Ware is a former professional American football player best known for his time with the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Demarcus was first seen in the United States in 1956.
Demarcus has ranked as high as #913 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.
In the past 5 years the name Demarcus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Demarcus is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Demarcus was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Demarcus.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 66 | 66 | 0 |
| 2024 | 68 | 68 | 0 |
| 2023 | 83 | 83 | 0 |
| 2022 | 89 | 89 | 0 |
| 2021 | 93 | 93 | 0 |
| 2020 | 139 | 139 | 0 |
| 2019 | 130 | 130 | 0 |
| 2018 | 164 | 164 | 0 |
| 2017 | 171 | 171 | 0 |
| 2016 | 165 | 165 | 0 |
| 2015 | 181 | 181 | 0 |
| 2014 | 205 | 205 | 0 |
| 2013 | 227 | 227 | 0 |
| 2012 | 217 | 217 | 0 |
| 2011 | 222 | 222 | 0 |
| 2010 | 261 | 261 | 0 |
| 2009 | 267 | 267 | 0 |
| 2008 | 326 | 326 | 0 |
| 2007 | 288 | 288 | 0 |
| 2006 | 291 | 291 | 0 |
| 2005 | 263 | 263 | 0 |
| 2004 | 234 | 234 | 0 |
| 2003 | 239 | 239 | 0 |
| 2002 | 254 | 254 | 0 |
| 2001 | 253 | 253 | 0 |
| 2000 | 302 | 302 | 0 |
| 1999 | 302 | 302 | 0 |
| 1998 | 338 | 338 | 0 |
| 1997 | 366 | 366 | 0 |
| 1996 | 404 | 404 | 0 |
| 1995 | 428 | 428 | 0 |
| 1994 | 489 | 489 | 0 |
| 1993 | 456 | 456 | 0 |
| 1992 | 460 | 460 | 0 |
| 1991 | 511 | 511 | 0 |
| 1990 | 498 | 498 | 0 |
| 1989 | 461 | 456 | 5 |
| 1988 | 438 | 438 | 0 |
| 1987 | 376 | 369 | 7 |
| 1986 | 384 | 374 | 10 |
| 1985 | 361 | 354 | 7 |
| 1984 | 264 | 264 | 0 |
| 1983 | 276 | 276 | 0 |
| 1982 | 251 | 251 | 0 |
| 1981 | 211 | 211 | 0 |
| 1980 | 224 | 224 | 0 |
| 1979 | 177 | 177 | 0 |
| 1978 | 159 | 159 | 0 |
| 1977 | 143 | 143 | 0 |
| 1976 | 109 | 109 | 0 |
| 1975 | 92 | 92 | 0 |
| 1974 | 75 | 75 | 0 |
| 1973 | 57 | 57 | 0 |
| 1972 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 1971 | 37 | 37 | 0 |
| 1970 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1968 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1967 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1964 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Demarcus (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AL | 8 | |
| MS | 8 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| TN | 5 |