Marcin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marcin is a Polish name that means 'of Mars' or 'warlike,' derived from the Latin name Martinus. It evolved from Latin to its modern Polish form through historical usage and cultural influence. The name is often associated with strong and leadership traits. It does not have a biblical background. Marcin gained popularity in Poland during the Middle Ages due to the influence of Saint Martin of Tours and remains a common and respected name in contemporary times.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marcin"
Pronunciation
/ˈmar.t͡ʃin/
Origin
Polish
Etymology
Marcin is derived from the Latin name Martinus, which is a diminutive form of the name Mars, the Roman god of war.
Meaning
of Mars; warlike
Language Evolution
Martinus, Martin, Marcin
Historical Usage
The name Marcin became popular in Poland in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Martin of Tours.
Variants & Derivatives
Martin, Marcy, Marciniek
Modern Popularity & Image
Marcin is a common name in Poland and is associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Marcin Gortat, Marcin Tybura, Marcin Wasilewski
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1996
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marcin"
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 "Marcin"
"Marcin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3634th of 16616 | 232 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6302nd of 24088 | 185 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12028th of 23106 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Marcin" 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) |
35.36% 1303rd/3685 |
41.36% 1851st/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.11% 1838th/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Marcin" 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 "Marcin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marcin" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Marcin" in the United States
The name Marcin is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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, Marcin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Marcin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3634th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6302nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12028th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Marcin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.