Markie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-kee / /ˈmɑːr.ki/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Warlike; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Markie is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of the name Mark. The name Mark has roots in Latin, derived from 'Marcus,' which was associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. In Christian tradition, Saint Mark is one of the four Evangelists and is the patron saint of Venice. The name has been popular in various cultures and has seen different variations over time.
Trend Summary
Markie is less common in recent years, reflecting a trend towards unique and modern names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mark
- Marky
International Variants
- Marco (Italian)
- Marc (French)
- Marcos (Spanish)
Famous people named Markie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Markie was first seen in the United States in 1926. Markie has ranked as high as #1208 nationally, which occurred in 1991, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Markie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Markie (1990)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2021 | 6 |