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Zeus vs Markus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zeus

Boy #1,073 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sky father, divine sky"

Origin: Proto-Indo-European

Cultural Roots

Greek American Western

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,073
Total SSA Count
203
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zeus Rank #1,073
Markus Rank #1,231

Zeus is more popular, ranked #1073 vs #1231 for Markus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zeus or Markus more popular?

Zeus is more popular, ranked #1073 compared to Markus at #1231 in the United States.

What do Zeus and Markus mean?

Zeus means "sky father, divine sky" (Proto-Indo-European origin). Markus means "warlike, martial" (Latin origin).

Are Zeus and Markus boy or girl names?

Zeus is primarily a boy name. Markus is primarily a boy name.

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