Marcus is a popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #85 in 1996 with 674 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 674 births ranking #85. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 473 boys born was named Marcus. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Marcus is a classic Roman name usually connected with Mars, the Roman god of war. It feels substantial and familiar without losing its sharpness.
The name has been in continuous use since antiquity and remained strong through Christian, literary, and historical traditions. It is one of those names that rarely feels out of place in any era.