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Jude 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

Jude Rank #156
Marcus Rank #256

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or Marcus more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Jude and Marcus mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Jude and Marcus boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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