Of Mars or dedicated to the god of war
Marquest is a modern American elaboration of the name Marcus or Mark, likely influenced by the French word 'marquis'. It ultimately derives from the Latin name Martius, referring to the Roman god of war, Mars.
Less common today
Marquest isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,894 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NFL safety who played for the Tennessee Titans
