Marcus vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Marcus Rank #256

Steven Rank #269

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Marcus or Steven more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Steven mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Marcus and Steven boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.