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Marcus vs Killian

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
Killian Rank #370

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Killian more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Killian mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Marcus and Killian boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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