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Marcquis

mar-KEES · Of uncertain origin, likely a modern invented name combining elements of Marc and Marquis.

Peak popularity
1996
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Marcquis since 1983

Babies named Marcquis per year in U.S. Social Security records.

48121990200020102020Most births 1996Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s34
1990s62
2000s33
2010s5
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Marcquis is a modern American coinage that first appeared in birth records in 1983. Its construction blends the classic name Marc with the noble title Marquis, creating a distinctive and somewhat formal-sounding choice. The name saw its greatest use in 1996, but has never entered the top 1000, maintaining a consistent but rare presence. Its trajectory has been stable, with no dramatic spikes or declines. While not tied to any specific region or state, Marcquis reflects the trend of inventive naming in late 20th-century America, where parents combined familiar elements to create unique identities.

Marcquis is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1983. It appears to combine the name Marc with the aristocratic title Marquis, possibly influenced by the name Marquis itself. The name has seen modest but consistent use, with its peak popularity in 1996.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mar, Quis

Variants: Marquis, Marquise, Markquis

Sibling names for Marcquis

Names that share Marcquis's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Marcquis mean?
Marcquis is a modern invented name of uncertain meaning, likely derived from a blend of Marc and Marquis.
How popular is the name Marcquis?
Marcquis has never ranked in the top 1000 U.S. names. It was first recorded in 1983 and peaked in use in 1996, but has remained relatively rare.
Is Marcquis a boy's name or a girl's name?
Marcquis is predominantly used as a boy's name.