Kovu vs Markese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kovu

Boy #6,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"scar"

Origin: Swahili

African American Contemporary

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Boy #6,213 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lord of the marches, border lord"

Origin: Old French

African American American

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Kovu Rank #6,060

Markese Rank #6,213

Kovu is more popular, ranked #6060 vs #6213 for Markese.

Is Kovu or Markese more popular?

Kovu is more popular, ranked #6060 compared to Markese at #6213 in the United States.

What do Kovu and Markese mean?

Kovu means "scar" (Swahili origin). Markese means "lord of the marches, border lord" (Old French origin).

Are Kovu and Markese boy or girl names?

Kovu is primarily a boy name. Markese is primarily a boy name.