Marcus vs Prince

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"royal son; prince"

Origin: Latin

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Marcus Rank #256

Prince Rank #404

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #404 for Prince.

Is Marcus or Prince more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Prince at #404 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Prince mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin).

Are Marcus and Prince boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Prince is primarily a boy name.