Marquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marquan is an American English name derived from combinations of 'Marcus' and 'Marquis', meaning noble or warlike. It has evolved from historical forms like Marcus and Marquis, reflecting a trend in modern naming, especially in African American culture. The name is not biblical but carries a contemporary significance associated with strength and uniqueness, gaining popularity in recent decades.
The name Marquan is most popular in Missouri, 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, Marquan 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, 'Marquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2093rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1948th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3860th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Marquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marquan"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈkwɑːn/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Marquan is a modern name that likely derives from a combination of the name 'Marcus' or 'Marquis' and the suffix commonly used in African American naming traditions.
Meaning
noble, warlike
Language Evolution
Marcus, Marquis, Marquan
Historical Usage
Marquan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as a creative and distinctive name.
Variants & Derivatives
Marq, Marquon, Marquand
Modern Popularity & Image
Marquan is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Marquan McCall - American football player, Marquan Jones - Notable musician
Explore More Marquan Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marquan"
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 "Marquan"
"Marquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2093rd of 16616 | 515 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1948th of 24088 | 1,028 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3860th of 23106 | 333 |
Regional Popularity of "Marquan" 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) |
29.28% 1079th/3685 |
33.50% 1499th/4475 |
59.30% 3080th/5194 |
48.79% 3082nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.33% 1069th/4582 |
30.40% 1570th/5164 |
48.68% 3560th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
51.56% 2054th/3984 |
- |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Marquan" 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 "Marquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marquan" 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.