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Marcus vs Brody

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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Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marcus Rank #256
Brody Rank #224

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Brody more popular?

Brody is more popular, ranked #224 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Brody mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Marcus and Brody boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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