Marcum
Pronunciation: [ m-AHRK-uhm ]
Marcum is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,631 in the US, pronounced m-AHRK-uhm. Common nicknames: Mar, May, Marie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Marcum first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 20 babies have been named Marcum in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marcum is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,631 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,631
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Marcum
Marcum is a boy name .
Marcum is currently ranked #39,631 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marcum include Mar, May, Marie, and Marcie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marcum include Marcus, Marco, Marcelo, Marcos, Marcel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis