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Marcus

"Not available in SSA source data." — Ancient Roman origin

BoyAncient Roman2 syllablesCurrent rank #256 (2024)

About Marcus

Marcus appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Marcus has Ancient Roman origin. A standardized meaning is not consistently documented across public sources.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginAncient Roman
PronunciationMarcus
Syllables2

Nicknames for Marcus

MarcMarcyMarMarieMary

Popularity in the U.S.

Marcus ranks #256 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,376 births.. Parents often choose Marcus for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #2565Y Peak 2015
1K1.5K2K151617181920212223242015: 2,475 births2016: 2,178 births2017: 2,026 births2021: 1,616 births2022: 1,478 births2023: 1,398 births2024: 1,376 births

Marcus had 1,376 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Marcus James
  • Marcus Alexander
  • Marcus Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Marcus mean?

Marcus means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Ancient Roman roots.

Is Marcus a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Marcus ranks #256 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,376 births..

How is Marcus pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Marcus.

What are common nicknames for Marcus?

Popular nicknames include Marc, Marcy, Mar, Marie, Mary.