Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Markez since 1982
Babies named Markez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 142 |
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Markez is a rare modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1982, though it has never entered the top 1000 rankings. Its peak usage came in 2008, after which it has seen a steady decline, consistent with a falling trajectory since 2007. The name's exact meaning is uncertain, but it likely represents a creative respelling of the noble title Marquis or a variation of the surname Marquez. Because it has not been linked to any top U.S. states, its usage remains scattered and uncommon. Parents drawn to Markez often appreciate its distinctive sound and contemporary feel.
Markez first appeared in American birth records in the early 1980s. It is likely a modern invented name, possibly influenced by the title Marquis or similar-sounding names like Marquez. Its usage has been rare and primarily in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Marquez
Sibling names for Markez
Names that share Markez's style, for a brother or sister.
