Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Marc originates from the Latin name Marcus, related to the god Mars, symbolizing masculinity and strength. It evolved through various forms in different languages, maintaining its strong connotations. While it does not have a biblical connection, it gained historical significance through Saint Mark. Today, it is perceived as a classic and robust name, with notable figures in various fields bearing it.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/mɑrk/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marc is derived from the Latin name 'Marcus', which is believed to be related to the Roman god Mars, the god of war. It is often interpreted to mean 'male', 'manly', or 'warlike'.
Meaning
male, manly, warlike
Language Evolution
Marcus (Latin), Marcos (Spanish), Marco (Italian), Mark (English)
Historical Usage
The name Marc gained popularity in the Christian world due to the biblical figure Saint Mark, one of the apostles and the author of the Gospel of Mark. It has been a common name in various cultures since the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Mark, Marco, Marcos, Marek, Marcello
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marc is viewed as a strong and classic name, often associated with qualities of leadership and masculinity. It remains popular in various cultures, particularly in French and Italian-speaking regions.
Famous People
Marc Antony, Marc Chagall, Marc Jacobs, Marc Marquez
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,036 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Rhode Island
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1670th of 7545 | 330 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 541st of 6773 | 2,231 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 145th of 7552 | 40,662 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 92nd of 10718 | 51,310 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 164th of 16616 | 28,529 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 344th of 24088 | 14,109 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 839th of 23106 | 3,269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5122nd of 12526 | 110 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3967th of 19264 | 248 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7318th of 27321 | 159 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26979th of 35406 | 16 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
67.37% 929th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
30.53% 472nd/1546 |
18.12% 282nd/1556 |
52.44% 1234th/2353 |
28.44% 440th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
6.42% 143rd/2227 |
3.33% 81st/2430 |
9.81% 280th/2853 |
4.94% 137th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
3.30% 97th/2937 |
1.55% 54th/3483 |
4.86% 171st/3518 |
2.47% 100th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
4.64% 171st/3685 |
1.99% 89th/4475 |
4.52% 235th/5194 |
3.23% 204th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.13% 464th/4582 |
3.95% 204th/5164 |
5.18% 379th/7313 |
4.81% 359th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.56% 1138th/3984 |
12.35% 554th/4487 |
13.15% 897th/6822 |
13.27% 833rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Rhode Island across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 541st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 145th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 92nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 164th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 344th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 839th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5122nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3967th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7318th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26979th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.