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Lewis vs Marcus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Marcus Rank #256

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #435 for Lewis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Marcus more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Marcus mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Lewis and Marcus boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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