A French surname and place name of uncertain origin
Marquette is primarily used as a surname-turned-given name in the United States, often in honor of Father Jacques Marquette, the 17th-century French Jesuit missionary and explorer. While the etymology is debated, it is frequently associated with the French word 'marquis' or regional place names in France. It carries a strong association with the Great Lakes region and the university that bears the name.
Less common today
Marquette isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,708 in 1992.
French Jesuit missionary and explorer of the Mississippi River
NFL punter known for his personality and athleticism
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
