Of Mars; warlike
A rare variant of Marcus or Mark, derived from the Roman god of war, Mars. It suggests strength and a spirited nature, though it is much less common than its traditional counterparts.
Less common today
Markes isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,074 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
American professional basketball player