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Harrison 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

Harrison Rank #121
Marcus Rank #256

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Marcus more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Marcus mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Harrison and Marcus boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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