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Perseus vs Markus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Markus

Boy #1,231 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warlike, martial"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian European American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,231
Total SSA Count
163
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Perseus Rank #1,293
Markus Rank #1,231

Markus is more popular, ranked #1231 vs #1293 for Perseus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perseus or Markus more popular?

Markus is more popular, ranked #1231 compared to Perseus at #1293 in the United States.

What do Perseus and Markus mean?

Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin). Markus means "warlike, martial" (Latin origin).

Are Perseus and Markus boy or girl names?

Perseus is primarily a boy name. Markus is primarily a boy name.

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