Holding steady.
Popularity of Marcas since 1970
Babies named Marcas per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
As a Gaelic form of Marcus, Marcas has seen modest use in the United States, particularly among families with Irish or Scottish heritage. According to Social Security data, its peak year was 1980, though it has never entered the national Top 1000. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since its first recorded use in 1970, appearing only occasionally in birth records. Marcas remains a distinctive choice, favored by those seeking a name with Celtic roots and a classic Roman foundation. Its rarity means that bearers are unlikely to share the name with many others.
Marcas is the Irish and Scottish Gaelic form of Marcus, itself derived from the Latin name Mārcus, which is traditionally associated with Mars, the Roman god of war. The name has been used in Ireland and Scotland for centuries, often as an alternative to the English Mark.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Marcas
Names that share Marcas's style, for a brother or sister.
