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Marcus vs Parker

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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Parker

Boy #97 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"keeper of the park, park ranger"

Origin: Old French (parcier)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#97
Total SSA Count
3,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marcus Rank #256
Parker Rank #97

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Parker more popular?

Parker is more popular, ranked #97 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Parker mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Parker means "keeper of the park, park ranger" (Old French (parcier) origin).

Are Marcus and Parker boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Parker is primarily a boy name.

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