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Marcus vs Denver

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
Denver Rank #487

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #487 for Denver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Denver more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Denver at #487 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Denver mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin).

Are Marcus and Denver boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Denver is primarily a boy name.

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