Markus
Markus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Markus
- A male given name from Latin.
Etymology
Rare spelling variant of Marcus.
How popular is Markus?
Since 1880, 14,947 boys in the U.S. have been named Markus. Its highest rank for boys was #495 in 1990. In 2025, 144 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Markus
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Markus
Sister and brother names that share Markus's Latin roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Markus FAQ
What does the name Markus mean?
A male given name from Latin. Rare spelling variant of Marcus.
What is the origin of the name Markus?
Markus is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Markus?
Since 1880, 14,947 boys in the U.S. have been named Markus. Its highest rank for boys was #495 in 1990. In 2025, 144 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Markus a boy or girl name?
Markus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 14,947 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.