Marcus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-kus / /ˈmɑːrkəs/Latin; Roman
Meaning
Latin: male; Roman: dedicated to Mars
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marcus has its roots in ancient Rome, derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which is related to the god of war, Mars. It was a common name among Roman citizens and has been borne by several notable historical figures. The name has remained popular throughout history and is often associated with strength and valor.
Trend Summary
The name Marcus has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mark
- Marcos
- Marc
International Variants
- Marco (Italian)
- Marek (Polish)
- Marc (French)
- Marcos (Spanish)
Famous people named Marcus
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor known for his philosophical writings and leadership during the Antonine Plague.
Marcus Garvey was a Jamaican political leader and activist who founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association.
Marcus Mumford is the lead singer of the British band Mumford & Sons, known for their folk-rock music.
Marcus Rashford is an English professional footballer who plays for Manchester United and is known for his activism in child food poverty.
Fictional characters named Marcus
Marcus Brody is a character in the 'Indiana Jones' franchise, serving as a mentor and ally to Indiana.
Marcus Fenix is the protagonist of the 'Gears of War' video game series, known for his role as a soldier fighting against monstrous enemies.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marcus was first seen in the United States in 1880. Marcus has ranked as high as #108 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Marcus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marcus (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 156 | |
TX | 156 | |
FL | 98 | |
OH | 62 | |
NY | 56 | |
PA | 56 | |
VA | 50 | |
GA | 45 | |
IL | 44 | |
WA | 42 | |
NC | 39 | |
WI | 37 | |
TN | 33 | |
IN | 31 | |
MI | 30 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 47 |
1881 | 45 |
1882 | 46 |
1883 | 38 |
1884 | 57 |
1885 | 44 |
1886 | 39 |
1887 | 23 |
1888 | 47 |
1889 | 38 |
1890 | 33 |
1891 | 28 |
1892 | 44 |
1893 | 51 |
1894 | 46 |
1895 | 36 |
1896 | 39 |
1897 | 38 |
1898 | 44 |
1899 | 46 |
1900 | 48 |
1901 | 44 |
1902 | 44 |
1903 | 44 |
1904 | 42 |
1905 | 53 |
1906 | 61 |
1907 | 46 |
1908 | 51 |
1909 | 49 |
1910 | 63 |
1911 | 64 |
1912 | 132 |
1913 | 172 |
1914 | 192 |
1915 | 307 |
1916 | 278 |
1917 | 283 |
1918 | 273 |
1919 | 287 |
1920 | 321 |
1921 | 353 |
1922 | 297 |
1923 | 320 |
1924 | 333 |
1925 | 312 |
1926 | 310 |
1927 | 279 |
1928 | 256 |
1929 | 248 |
1930 | 277 |
1931 | 225 |
1932 | 222 |
1933 | 239 |
1934 | 226 |
1935 | 226 |
1936 | 207 |
1937 | 226 |
1938 | 224 |
1939 | 226 |
1940 | 250 |
1941 | 265 |
1942 | 268 |
1943 | 282 |
1944 | 277 |
1945 | 280 |
1946 | 382 |
1947 | 392 |
1948 | 406 |
1949 | 464 |
1950 | 556 |
1951 | 576 |
1952 | 676 |
1953 | 725 |
1954 | 897 |
1955 | 974 |
1956 | 1,063 |
1957 | 1,036 |
1958 | 983 |
1959 | 1,208 |
1960 | 1,326 |
1961 | 1,311 |
1962 | 1,372 |
1963 | 1,322 |
1964 | 1,352 |
1965 | 1,373 |
1966 | 1,266 |
1967 | 1,473 |
1968 | 1,538 |
1969 | 2,213 |
1970 | 4,315 |
1971 | 4,409 |
1972 | 3,685 |
1973 | 3,715 |
1974 | 3,802 |
1975 | 3,971 |
1976 | 3,680 |
1977 | 3,847 |
1978 | 3,996 |
1979 | 4,049 |
1980 | 4,262 |
1981 | 4,509 |
1982 | 4,988 |
1983 | 5,638 |
1984 | 5,996 |
1985 | 5,586 |
1986 | 5,279 |
1987 | 4,950 |
1988 | 5,207 |
1989 | 5,395 |
1990 | 5,303 |
1991 | 5,069 |
1992 | 4,545 |
1993 | 5,063 |
1994 | 5,257 |
1995 | 4,648 |
1996 | 4,547 |
1997 | 4,182 |
1998 | 4,015 |
1999 | 3,867 |
2000 | 3,797 |
2001 | 3,696 |
2002 | 3,544 |
2003 | 3,395 |
2004 | 3,480 |
2005 | 3,476 |
2006 | 3,812 |
2007 | 3,670 |
2008 | 3,392 |
2009 | 3,408 |
2010 | 3,131 |
2011 | 2,814 |
2012 | 2,718 |
2013 | 2,534 |
2014 | 2,618 |
2015 | 2,479 |
2016 | 2,182 |
2017 | 2,036 |
2018 | 1,900 |
2019 | 1,721 |
2020 | 1,659 |
2021 | 1,616 |
2022 | 1,478 |
2023 | 1,398 |
2024 | 1,376 |