Marcus
boy name#258 in 2025Marcus entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #57 in 1984, ranks #258 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#258
rank today
#57
peak (1984)
1,341
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #258 |
| 1890s | #279 |
| 1900s | #290 |
| 1910s | #321 |
| 1920s | #334 |
| 1930s | #365 |
| 1940s | #349 |
| 1950s | #249 |
| 1960s | #192 |
| 1970s | #71 |
| 1980s | #64 |
| 1990s | #83 |
| 2000s | #114 |
| 2010s | #171 |
| 2020s | #242 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marcus has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 218,000 people named Marcus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marcus alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marcus in 2025?
- Marcus ranks #258 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,341 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marcus most popular?
- Marcus peaked in 1984, reaching #57 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marcus with classmates?
- Marcus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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