Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Marcus.
National Rank (2025)
#258
All-Time Peak Rank
#57 (1984)
Total U.S. Births
241,657
Unisex Distribution99.4% Boy / 0.6% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Marcus Vibe: This choice is considered a Declining Classic. A previously dominant name currently experiencing a prolonged generational cooling period.
📖 The Story Behind Marcus
According to SSA data, Marcus achieved its highest historical rank of #57 in 1984. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1984 with 5,996 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 45.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Marcus scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-45.9% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record5,996Births in 1984
Years in Top 100
31yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:424
1890s:405
1900s:482
1910s:2,051
1920s:3,029
1930s:2,298
1940s:3,266
1950s:8,694
1960s:14,545
1970s:39,464
1980s:51,807
1990s:46,497
2000s:35,673
2010s:24,143
2020s:8,879
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMar-cus
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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📍 Authentic State & Regional Rankings
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