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Denver vs Marcus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman English German Scandinavian African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#256
Total SSA Count
1,376
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Denver Rank #487
Marcus Rank #256

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #487 for Denver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denver or Marcus more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Denver at #487 in the United States.

What do Denver and Marcus mean?

Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Denver and Marcus boy or girl names?

Denver is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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