Demarkus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Demarkus is an American English name that combines the prefix 'De-' with 'Markus', deriving from the Latin name Marcus, which means 'of Mars'. The name has evolved through forms like Marcus and Markus. It has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, and is perceived as a unique and modern name. There is no biblical background associated with it, and it has several variants like Markus and Demar.
The name Demarkus is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Demarkus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Demarkus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5312th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1947th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3467th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6392nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Demarkus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Demarkus"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈmɑrkəs/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Demarkus is a modern name that likely combines the prefix 'De-' with 'Markus', a variation of the name Marcus, which has Latin roots meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars'.
Meaning
of Mars
Language Evolution
Marcus, Markus, Demarkus
Historical Usage
Demarkus has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American communities in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Markus, Demar, Marquis
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Demarkus is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Demarkus Lodge, professional athlete, Demarkus Walker, professional football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Demarkus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Demarkus"
"Demarkus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5312th of 10718 | 58 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1947th of 16616 | 576 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3467th of 24088 | 444 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6392nd of 23106 | 158 |
Regional Popularity of "Demarkus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.84% 1468th/3685 |
- |
24.61% 1278th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
34.71% 2538th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Demarkus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Demarkus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Demarkus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.