Markus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Markus is a name of Latin origin meaning 'warlike', derived from the Roman god Mars. It has evolved through various forms such as Marcus and Mark. The name is linked to Saint Mark from the Bible, contributing to its historical significance. It is perceived positively in modern society, often associated with strong and influential figures.
The name Markus is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Markus 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, 'Markus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3943rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4467th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1362nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 762nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 670th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1004th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Markus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Markus"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːrkəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Markus is derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which is believed to be derived from the name of the Roman god of war, Mars. It signifies 'of Mars' or 'warlike'.
Meaning
warlike
Language Evolution
Marcus, Mark, Markus
Biblical Background
The name Markus is associated with Saint Mark, one of the authors of the Gospel of Mark in the New Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Markus gained popularity in the Christian context due to the veneration of Saint Mark, especially in medieval Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Mark, Marcos, Marc, Marco
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Markus is a popular name in various cultures, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Markus Zusak, Markus Persson, Markus Schulz
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Markus"
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 "Markus"
"Markus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3943rd of 7545 | 66 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4467th of 6773 | 39 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1362nd of 7552 | 618 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 762nd of 10718 | 1,844 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 579th of 16616 | 4,564 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 670th of 24088 | 5,129 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1004th of 23106 | 2,540 |
Regional Popularity of "Markus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.87% 977th/2227 |
64.77% 1574th/2430 |
60.11% 1715th/2853 |
38.99% 1082nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.12% 679th/2937 |
30.23% 1053rd/3483 |
21.75% 765th/3518 |
19.91% 805th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
13.81% 509th/3685 |
14.48% 648th/4475 |
10.92% 567th/5194 |
9.32% 589th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.53% 620th/4582 |
13.56% 700th/5164 |
10.38% 759th/7313 |
7.88% 588th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.64% 902nd/3984 |
24.29% 1090th/4487 |
17.05% 1163rd/6822 |
14.87% 933rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Markus" 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 "Markus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Markus" 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.