Markus
m(a)-rkus,
mar-kus
US Popularity:2688
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Of Mars; Warlike, the god of war
Markus is a boy's name of Scandinavian, Roman, and Latin roots, meaning "of Mars," "warlike," and "the god of war." The name's variant "Marcus" dates back to ancient Rome and was one of the most commonly used names for boys. As powerful on earth as in the sky, "Mars" was an ever-powerful fertility god in Roman mythology, of which March was named. Although more commonly spelled with a "C," Markus's trendy "K" gives life to this antique name. Mighty and forceful, parents can count on bouncing baby Markus to leave his mark on the world.
Markus Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Markus is currently #2679 on The Bump
Boy:Markus is currently #838 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Markus is currently #2688 in U.S. births
Boy:Markus is currently #886 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2688
in 2022
- 301
from 2021
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