Jamarcus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jamarcus is an American name with roots in the Latin name Marcus, meaning 'warlike.' It evolved from traditional names, gaining popularity in the late 20th century as a unique identity marker within African American culture. The name signifies strength and individuality, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Jamarcus is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Jamarcus has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jamarcus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4923rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 935th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 980th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2071st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jamarcus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jamarcus"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmɑrkəs/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Jamarcus is a modern American name that combines elements from the name 'Ja' (often a prefix in African American names) and 'Marcus,' which has Latin origins meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars.'
Meaning
warlike
Language Evolution
Marcus, Marques, Jamar
Historical Usage
Jamarcus gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as a unique blend of traditional and contemporary naming conventions.
Variants & Derivatives
Jamarkus, Jamar, Marcus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamarcus is perceived as a distinctive and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jamarcus Russell, former professional American football quarterback., Jamarcus Lawrence, notable for his contributions in the sports field.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jamarcus"
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 "Jamarcus"
"Jamarcus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4923rd of 10718 | 69 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 935th of 16616 | 1,822 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 980th of 24088 | 2,878 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2071st of 23106 | 841 |
Regional Popularity of "Jamarcus" 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) |
- | - |
55.91% 1967th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.87% 1985th/3685 |
- |
10.95% 569th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.72% 1774th/4582 |
- |
7.85% 574th/7313 |
45.88% 3424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
17.90% 1221st/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Jamarcus" 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 "Jamarcus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jamarcus" 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.