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Marcus vs Graham

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
Graham Rank #129

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Graham more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Graham mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Marcus and Graham boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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