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Lawson 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

Lawson Rank #416
Marcus Rank #256

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #416 for Lawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawson or Marcus more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Lawson at #416 in the United States.

What do Lawson and Marcus mean?

Lawson means "son of Lawrence" (Old English origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Lawson and Marcus boy or girl names?

Lawson is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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