Marcus
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Of Mars or warlike
Origin: Latin
Popularity: Ranked #258 in 2025 with 1,341 babies born.
History: Marcus is a Latin name derived from Mars, the Roman god of war, suggesting a martial or warlike character. It was one of the most common given names in ancient Rome, borne by figures including philosopher-emperor Marcus Aurelius and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero. The name has been in continuous use throughout Western history and has grown significantly in popularity in the United States in recent decades.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Marcus? About 1 in 2,482 babies born in 2025 were named Marcus, or roughly 3.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Marcus
What does the name Marcus mean?
Marcus means “Of Mars or warlike” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Marcus?
Marcus has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Of Mars or warlike”.
How popular is Marcus?
Marcus ranked #258 in 2025 — given to 1,341 babies that year.
When was Marcus most popular?
Marcus peaked in 1984 with 5,996 babies registered that year.
Is Marcus a boy or girl name?
Marcus is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Marcuss in registered births are male.
Is the name Marcus rising or falling in popularity?
Marcus has fallen 32 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #226 in 2020 to #258 in 2025.
How long has Marcus been recorded?
Marcus appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.