Marcus is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #233 in 2024 with 209 recorded births. This places Marcus in the top 4% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 674 births ranking #85. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 69.0%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,329 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.