Marc vs Foster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marc

Boy #1,193 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dedicated to Mars"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French Catalan Romanian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,193
Total SSA Count
172
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Marc Rank #1,193
Foster Rank #1,077

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1193 for Marc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marc or Foster more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Marc at #1193 in the United States.

What do Marc and Foster mean?

Marc means "dedicated to Mars" (Latin origin). Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin).

Are Marc and Foster boy or girl names?

Marc is primarily a boy name. Foster is primarily a boy name.

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