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Greyson 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

Greyson Rank #127
Marcus Rank #256

Greyson is more popular, ranked #127 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greyson or Marcus more popular?

Greyson is more popular, ranked #127 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Greyson and Marcus mean?

Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Greyson and Marcus boy or girl names?

Greyson is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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