Markanthony Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Markanthony is a name that combines the Latin name 'Marcus', meaning 'manly', with 'Anthony', of uncertain but possibly floral origin. It has evolved from historical forms like Marcus and Antonius through to its modern usage. The name reflects traits of masculinity and individuality, though it lacks a biblical background. Its popularity has surged in recent years, appealing to those seeking unique names.
The name Markanthony is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Markanthony has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Markanthony' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4022nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1547th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2443rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7631st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Markanthony' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Markanthony"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈkænθni/
Origin
Latin and Greek
Etymology
The name Markanthony is a combination of 'Mark', derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which means 'male, manly', and 'Anthony', which originates from the Roman family name 'Antonius', of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from the Greek word 'anthos', meaning 'flower'.
Meaning
Manly flower
Language Evolution
Marcus (Latin), Antonius (Latin), Mark (Old French, English), Anthony (Old French, English), Markanthony (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Markanthony has gained popularity in recent decades, often as a modern compound name reflecting a trend towards unique and personalized names.
Variants & Derivatives
Mark, Anthony, Markan, Tony
Modern Popularity & Image
Markanthony is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mark Anthony, a famous Roman general and politician, Mark Anthony, a renowned musician, Markanthony, various individuals in contemporary culture
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Markanthony"
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 "Markanthony"
"Markanthony" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4022nd of 10718 | 106 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1547th of 16616 | 816 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2443rd of 24088 | 741 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7631st of 23106 | 121 |
Regional Popularity of "Markanthony" 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) |
- | - | - |
44.21% 1788th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
47.22% 2113th/4475 |
29.15% 1514th/5194 |
13.19% 833rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
28.63% 2094th/7313 |
17.66% 1318th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Markanthony" 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 "Markanthony"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Markanthony" 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.