Marquise Boy

Popularity: #878 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mar-KEEZ /mɑːrˈkiːz/

Origin: French; Latin

Meaning: French: nobleman; Latin: mark or boundary

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Marquise has its roots in the Latin word "marchio," which means "marcher" or "lord of the border." This term evolved into the Old French "marquis," denoting a noble rank that was responsible for the defense of a border territory. The title of marquis was established in the medieval period, particularly in France, where it became a significant rank in the feudal system, positioned above a count and below a duke.

The name entered the English language during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many French titles and names were adopted into English society, particularly among the nobility. Historically, the title of marquis was conferred upon various noble figures, with notable examples including the Marquess of Winchester, who was created in the 16th century, and the Marquess of Salisbury, a prominent political figure in the 19th century.

The title has been associated with significant historical events and figures, often linked to military leadership and governance of frontier regions. The use of the name Marquise as a given name for boys is less common but reflects the enduring influence of noble titles in personal naming practices.

Culturally, the name Marquise carries connotations of nobility, strength, and leadership, resonating with the historical significance of the title. In literature and art, the concept of a marquis has often been romanticized, symbolizing chivalry and the complexities of aristocratic life.

The name may also evoke images of grandeur and authority, aligning with the traditional roles associated with the title. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Marquise itself stands as a testament to the historical legacy of nobility and its impact on personal naming conventions.

Famous people named Marquise

In this section, you will find notable people named Marquise. 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 Marquise who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Marquise Goodwin is a professional football player best known for playing with the San Francisco 49ers, Buffalo Bills, and Chicago Bears.

Marquise Brown is a professional football player best known for playing with the Baltimore Ravens and Arizona Cardinals.

Sibling suggestions

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

MarcusMarcelMariusMalcolmMaxim

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Marquise. 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.

MarquisMarquesMarcelMarcusMarekMariusMarcellus

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Marquise was first seen in the United States in 1966.

Marquise has ranked as high as #746 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida.

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

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Marquise 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 Marquise 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 Marquise.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 60 60 0
2024 61 61 0
2023 78 78 0
2022 102 102 0
2021 93 93 0
2020 103 103 0
2019 106 106 0
2018 113 113 0
2017 113 113 0
2016 110 110 0
2015 136 136 0
2014 132 132 0
2013 146 146 0
2012 153 153 0
2011 171 171 0
2010 181 181 0
2009 226 226 0
2008 224 224 0
2007 216 216 0
2006 234 234 0
2005 238 238 0
2004 261 261 0
2003 280 280 0
2002 287 282 5
2001 302 296 6
2000 346 336 10
1999 423 412 11
1998 529 517 12
1997 590 574 16
1996 559 543 16
1995 673 644 29
1994 525 502 23
1993 452 433 19
1992 372 343 29
1991 392 369 23
1990 356 333 23
1989 308 278 30
1988 212 196 16
1987 158 142 16
1986 126 113 13
1985 124 109 15
1984 114 102 12
1983 85 85 0
1982 75 75 0
1981 59 54 5
1980 61 61 0
1979 64 53 11
1978 53 43 10
1977 45 39 6
1976 32 32 0
1975 37 28 9
1974 19 14 5
1973 26 17 9
1972 6 6 0
1971 19 11 8
1970 13 13 0
1969 11 11 0
1966 5 0 5

Top States for Marquise (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
TX 9
47%
OH 5
26%
PA 5
26%