Markus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-kus / /ˈmɑːrkəs/Latin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: 'dedicated to Mars'; Greek: 'warlike'
Historical & Cultural Background
Markus is derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which is associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Europe. It has been used since ancient times and has various forms in different languages. The name has also been borne by several saints, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Markus has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marcus
- Markus
- Mark
International Variants
- Marcos (Spanish)
- Marc (French)
- Marco (Italian)
- Marek (Polish)
- Márk (Hungarian)
Famous people named Markus
Markus Persson is a Swedish video game designer known for creating the popular game Minecraft.
Markus Zusak is an Australian author best known for his novel 'The Book Thief'.
Markus Schulz is a German-American DJ and music producer recognized in the electronic dance music scene.
Markus S. McGowan is an American entrepreneur and philanthropist known for his work in sustainable energy.
Fictional characters named Markus
Markus is a character in the video game 'Detroit: Become Human', where he serves as a leader of the android revolution.
Markus is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Markus was first seen in the United States in 1915. Markus has ranked as high as #853 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Markus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Markus (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| UT | 6 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| KS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 30 |
| 1955 | 28 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 51 |
| 1959 | 45 |
| 1960 | 56 |
| 1961 | 64 |
| 1962 | 46 |
| 1963 | 68 |
| 1964 | 66 |
| 1965 | 69 |
| 1966 | 79 |
| 1967 | 86 |
| 1968 | 88 |
| 1969 | 104 |
| 1970 | 120 |
| 1971 | 119 |
| 1972 | 97 |
| 1973 | 109 |
| 1974 | 125 |
| 1975 | 130 |
| 1976 | 134 |
| 1977 | 136 |
| 1978 | 163 |
| 1979 | 148 |
| 1980 | 137 |
| 1981 | 148 |
| 1982 | 163 |
| 1983 | 177 |
| 1984 | 201 |
| 1985 | 192 |
| 1986 | 236 |
| 1987 | 266 |
| 1988 | 299 |
| 1989 | 317 |
| 1990 | 385 |
| 1991 | 363 |
| 1992 | 390 |
| 1993 | 375 |
| 1994 | 396 |
| 1995 | 350 |
| 1996 | 306 |
| 1997 | 330 |
| 1998 | 286 |
| 1999 | 305 |
| 2000 | 300 |
| 2001 | 277 |
| 2002 | 288 |
| 2003 | 302 |
| 2004 | 332 |
| 2005 | 289 |
| 2006 | 370 |
| 2007 | 346 |
| 2008 | 355 |
| 2009 | 392 |
| 2010 | 347 |
| 2011 | 345 |
| 2012 | 265 |
| 2013 | 279 |
| 2014 | 327 |
| 2015 | 261 |
| 2016 | 264 |
| 2017 | 225 |
| 2018 | 212 |
| 2019 | 181 |
| 2020 | 156 |
| 2021 | 180 |
| 2022 | 152 |
| 2023 | 140 |
| 2024 | 163 |