Holding steady.
Popularity of Marquee since 1979
Babies named Marquee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 49 |
| 1990s | 34 | 69 |
| 2000s | 0 | 45 |
| 2010s | 0 | 54 |
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Marquee is a thoroughly modern invention, first recorded in 1979 and having never reached the popularity charts. Its peak year was 2015, but even then it remained rare. The name carries a trendy, aspirational feel, likely inspired by the word's association with stars and spectacle. Unlike names with centuries of history, Marquee's story is entirely contemporary: it did not appear in any major baby-naming reference works before the late 20th century. As of 2025, its trajectory is stable, meaning it hasn't seen a recent surge or decline. For parents seeking a unique, attention-getting name with a touch of show-business flair, Marquee offers a blank canvas unburdened by tradition.
Marquee is a contemporary invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1979. It draws on the stylish 'M' initial and the fashionable 'ee' ending, with the word itself adopted from French 'marquise' (meaning 'noblewoman's tent'), but the name lacks any historical use as a personal name. Its appeal is purely phonetic and semantic, evoking notions of prominence and showmanship.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marq, Mar
Sibling names for Marquee
Names that share Marquee's style, for a brother or sister.
