Jeremiah 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

Popularity Comparison

Jeremiah Rank #93
Marcus Rank #256

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeremiah or Marcus more popular?

Jeremiah is more popular, ranked #93 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Jeremiah and Marcus mean?

Jeremiah means "God will uplift, exalt" (Hebrew (Yirmeyahu) origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Jeremiah and Marcus boy or girl names?

Jeremiah is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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