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Marshall vs Marcus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marcus

Boy #256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman English German Scandinavian African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#256
Total SSA Count
1,376
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marshall Rank #392
Marcus Rank #256

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Marcus more popular?

Marcus is more popular, ranked #256 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Marcus mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin).

Are Marshall and Marcus boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Marcus is primarily a boy name.

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