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Marcus vs Andrew

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

Marcus Rank #256
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Andrew mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Marcus and Andrew boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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