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Marcus vs Cade

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
Cade Rank #272

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Cade more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Cade mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Marcus and Cade boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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