Markus

Boy's name

Markus is derived from the Latin name Marcus, which is of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the Roman god of war, Mars.

Meaning Devoted to the god of war
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 163 Falling
Peak year 1994

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Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Markus Persson - Created video game Minecraft.
  • Markus Zusak - Author of "The Book Thief."
  • Markus Naslund - Former NHL hockey player.
  • Markus Wheaton - NFL wide receiver.
  • Markus Babbel - German football manager and former player.
  • Markus Granlund - NHL hockey player.
  • Markus Rosenberg - Swedish footballer.
  • Markus Kuhn - Former NFL defensive tackle.
  • Markus Jooste - South African businessman.
  • Markus Riva - Latvian singer and songwriter.

Brothers for Markus

Boy names closely related to Markus

Evander Jakob Maximus Xavier Leonidas Alec Aries Isaac

Sisters for Markus

Girl names closely related to Markus

Zelda Marissa Adrienne Izabelle Alena Elaine Magdalena Estella

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Markus

Jamarcus Marc Marcanthony Marcel Marcela Marcelino Marcella Marcello

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