How popular is the name Marcus in 2025?

Marcus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.

When was the name Marcus most popular?

Marcus peaked in 1983, reaching #1644 among US girl names.

Marcus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

girl name

Marcus entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1644 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1644

peak (1983)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Marcus are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Marcus alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Marcus in 2025?: Marcus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
When was the name Marcus most popular?: Marcus peaked in 1983, reaching #1644 among US girl names.
Will my child share the name Marcus with classmates?: Marcus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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