Lamarcus Boy

Popularity: #924 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: luh-MAR-kus /ləˈmɑrkəs/

Origin: American; African

Meaning: American: derived from the name Marcus; African: 'the one who is brave'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Lamarcus is believed to have roots in the combination of the Latin name "Marcus," which itself derives from the Roman god of war, Mars, and the prefix "La-" which may suggest a connection to the French or Spanish linguistic influence. The name Marcus has been used since antiquity, appearing in various forms across cultures, including the Greek "Markos" and the Hebrew "Mordechai." The transition into English occurred through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where Latin and Old French names influenced the English naming conventions, leading to the adoption of Marcus and its derivatives.

Historically, the name Marcus has been borne by several notable figures, including Marcus Tullius Cicero, a Roman statesman and philosopher in the 1st century BCE, and Saint Mark, one of the four Evangelists, who is traditionally believed to have authored the Gospel of Mark in the 1st century CE. The name's significance was further cemented in the Christian tradition through the veneration of Saint Mark, whose feast day is celebrated on April 25.

The name's variations, including Mark and Marcus, have been widely used in various cultures, contributing to its historical endurance. Culturally, names derived from Marcus have often been associated with strength and valor, reflecting the martial connotations of its Latin origin.

The name Lamarcus, while less common, carries with it the weight of these associations, suggesting a blend of traditional and modern influences. The diminutive "Marc" has also been historically relevant, often used in various cultures as a familiar form of the name.

Overall, Lamarcus embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, rooted in ancient traditions and historical significance.

Famous people named Lamarcus

In this section, you will find notable people named Lamarcus. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Lamarcus who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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LaMarcus Aldridge is a professional basketball player best known for his time with the Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, and being a multiple-time NBA All-Star.

LaMarcus Joyner is a professional American football player best known for playing as a safety for the Los Angeles Rams and the Las Vegas Raiders.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Lamarcus, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

LandonMalikJamarDariusTrevon

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Lamarcus. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MarcusLamarMalcolmDariusJamarKhalilTariqAmir

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lamarcus was first seen in the United States in 1967.

Lamarcus has ranked as high as #2437 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Louisiana.

In the past 5 years the name Lamarcus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Lamarcus 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 Lamarcus 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 Lamarcus.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 14 14
2024 12 12
2023 19 19
2022 20 20
2021 37 37
2020 29 29
2019 41 41
2018 35 35
2017 49 49
2016 32 32
2015 45 45
2014 45 45
2013 57 57
2012 56 56
2011 72 72
2010 60 60
2009 63 63
2008 77 77
2007 82 82
2006 53 53
2005 59 59
2004 50 50
2003 46 46
2002 51 51
2001 43 43
2000 39 39
1999 54 54
1998 67 67
1997 57 57
1996 67 67
1995 75 75
1994 87 87
1993 71 71
1992 74 74
1991 81 81
1990 80 80
1989 99 99
1988 93 93
1987 85 85
1986 71 71
1985 72 72
1984 88 88
1983 80 80
1982 84 84
1981 64 64
1980 55 55
1979 55 55
1978 56 56
1977 40 40
1976 36 36
1975 29 29
1974 21 21
1973 24 24
1972 22 22
1971 18 18
1970 11 11
1967 6 6

Top States for Lamarcus (2023)

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
TX 5
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