Marquis vs Devonte

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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Devonte

Boy #1,673 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Devon, deep valley warrior"

Origin: Celtic/English via African American

Cultural Roots

African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,673
Total SSA Count
100
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Marquis Rank #1,472
Devonte Rank #1,673

Marquis is more popular, ranked #1472 vs #1673 for Devonte.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marquis or Devonte more popular?

Marquis is more popular, ranked #1472 compared to Devonte at #1673 in the United States.

What do Marquis and Devonte mean?

Marquis means "lord of the marches, borderlord" (Old French origin). Devonte means "from Devon, deep valley warrior" (Celtic/English via African American origin).

Are Marquis and Devonte boy or girl names?

Marquis is primarily a boy name. Devonte is primarily a boy name.

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