Marks
Pronunciation: [ m-AHRKS ]
Marks is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,751 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Marks first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 32 babies have been named Marks in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marks is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,751 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,751
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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About the Name Marks
Marks is a boy name .
Marks is currently ranked #19,751 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Marks include Mar, May, and Marie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marks include Mark, Markus, Marko, Markell, Markel . 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