Markell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Markell originates from the Latin name 'Marcus,' meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars.' It has evolved through historical forms, transitioning from Marcus to Mark, and finally to Markell. The name is characterized by its modern appeal and unique sound, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in Christian contexts due to Saint Mark, and today, it is perceived as creative and distinctive.
The name Markell is most popular in Georgia, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Markell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Markell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7025th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2652nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1260th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1127th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1859th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8985th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16178th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Markell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Markell"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈkɛl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Markell is derived from the name 'Mark,' which comes from the Latin name 'Marcus,' meaning 'warlike' or 'of Mars.' The suffix '-ell' is a diminutive form, suggesting a smaller or endearing version.
Meaning
warlike, of Mars
Language Evolution
Marcus (Latin), Mark (Old French, Middle English), Markell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Mark gained popularity in Christian contexts due to its association with Saint Mark, one of the authors of the New Testament. The variant Markell emerged later as a more modern and unique variation.
Variants & Derivatives
Mark, Markus, Marc, Marcello
Modern Popularity & Image
Markell is viewed as a contemporary and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality in modern society.
Famous People
Markell McCoy (American football player), Markell Washington (American singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Markell"
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 "Markell"
"Markell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7025th of 7552 | 8 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2652nd of 10718 | 221 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1260th of 16616 | 1,129 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1127th of 24088 | 2,323 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1859th of 23106 | 995 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8985th of 27321 | 115 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16178th of 35406 | 66 |
Regional Popularity of "Markell" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
34.68% 1278th/3685 |
31.55% 1412th/4475 |
21.22% 1102nd/5194 |
25.68% 1622nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
22.57% 1034th/4582 |
27.09% 1399th/5164 |
11.83% 865th/7313 |
26.36% 1967th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.29% 1605th/3984 |
69.69% 3127th/4487 |
22.98% 1568th/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Markell" 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 "Markell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Markell" 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.