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Mark vs Marquis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marquis

Boy #1,472 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lord of the marches, borderlord"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

African American American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,472
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Mark Rank #246
Marquis Rank #1,472

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #1472 for Marquis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Marquis more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Marquis at #1472 in the United States.

What do Mark and Marquis mean?

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

Are Mark and Marquis boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Marquis is primarily a boy name.

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