Of Mars or warlike
Markan is a rare variant of the Latin name Marcus, traditionally meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike'. While historically masculine, it is occasionally used as a unique, gender-neutral or feminine choice in modern naming.
Less common today
Markan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,524 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
