Holding steady.
Popularity of Markey since 1958
Babies named Markey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 31 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Markey is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1958. It has never reached the top tier of popularity; its peak year of usage was 1980, after which it has remained very uncommon. The name is likely a variant of Mark or an English surname, and it reflects a pattern of creating unique names from familiar roots. Despite its low usage, Markey has maintained a stable trajectory over the decades, with no significant spikes or declines. It is most often given to boys, though it could be used for any gender.
Markey is a rare given name that likely originated as a variant of Mark, which derives from the Latin name Marcus, or as a diminutive or pet form. It may also be a transferred use of the Irish surname Mac Marcais or an English surname of Norman origin. The name saw modest use beginning in the mid-20th century, but it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Markey
Names that share Markey's style, for a brother or sister.
