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Mark vs Markese

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mark Rank #246
Markese Rank #6,213

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #6213 for Markese.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Markese more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Markese at #6213 in the United States.

What do Mark and Markese mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Markese means "lord of the marches, border lord" (Old French origin).

Are Mark and Markese boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Markese is primarily a boy name.

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