Marcus vs Calvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

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Marcus Rank #256

Calvin Rank #140

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 vs #256 for Marcus.

Is Marcus or Calvin more popular?

Calvin is more popular, ranked #140 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Calvin mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin).

Are Marcus and Calvin boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Calvin is primarily a boy name.