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Marcus vs Kade

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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Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marcus Rank #256
Kade Rank #346

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #346 for Kade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Kade more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Kade at #346 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Kade mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Marcus and Kade boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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