Marquette Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-KET / mɑːrˈkɛtFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: little warrior; Latin: from the name Marcus
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marquette is derived from the French surname 'Marquet,' which is a diminutive form of 'Marc.' It is often associated with the French Jesuit missionary Jacques Marquette, who explored the Mississippi River in the 17th century. The name has been used in various contexts, including as a place name in the United States, notably Marquette, Michigan.
Trend Summary
The name Marquette has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a niche presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marquet
- Marq
International Variants
- Marco (Italian)
- Marc (French)
- Markus (German)
Famous people named Marquette
Marquette King is a professional American football punter recognized for his time with the Oakland Raiders.
Marquette Smith is a notable American artist known for his contributions to contemporary art.
Marquette McCoy is an emerging athlete in track and field, gaining recognition in national competitions.
Fictional characters named Marquette
Marquette is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed III,' serving as a minor antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marquette was first seen in the United States in 1948. Marquette has ranked as high as #1191 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in District of Columbia, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and California. In the past 5 years the name Marquette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marquette (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2022 | 7 |