Markeith Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Markeith is a modern English name that combines elements from the Latin 'Marcus' and Scottish 'Keith', meaning a blend of manliness and nature. It traces its evolution from ancient roots through various linguistic forms. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the African American community, and is known for its strong, masculine traits. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Markeith is most popular in Alabama, 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, Markeith 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, 'Markeith' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1808th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1374th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3042nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5409th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Markeith' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Markeith"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈkiːθ/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Markeith is a modern combination of the names 'Mark' and 'Keith'. 'Mark' originates from the Latin 'Marcus', which means 'male, manly', while 'Keith' is of Scottish origin, meaning 'wood' or 'forest'.
Meaning
A combination of manly and forest.
Language Evolution
Marcus (Latin), Mark (Old French), Keith (Scottish Gaelic), Markeith (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Markeith emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity particularly in the African American community during the 1980s and 1990s.
Variants & Derivatives
Mark, Keith, Markey, Keith
Modern Popularity & Image
Markeith is perceived as a unique and modern name with a strong and masculine connotation. It often carries cultural significance within certain communities.
Famous People
Markeith Ambles (American football player), Markeith Lloyd (American basketball player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Markeith"
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 "Markeith"
"Markeith" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1808th of 10718 | 399 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1374th of 16616 | 996 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3042nd of 24088 | 538 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5409th of 23106 | 203 |
Regional Popularity of "Markeith" 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) |
- | - |
41.93% 1475th/3518 |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.05% 1660th/3685 |
44.67% 1999th/4475 |
20.02% 1040th/5194 |
34.94% 2207th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
42.09% 3078th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
56.49% 3854th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Markeith" 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 "Markeith"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Markeith" 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.