Marquis
m(a)-rquis,
mar-quis
US Popularity:2909
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Lord of the march
If baby is going to rule your home, then it's only right they have a name that matches. Marquis, a boy's name of French and Latin origin, means “lord of the march” and was a title used for nobility. It was a rank used for aristocrats who had land in more vulnerable border areas and was a lower rank than Duke but higher than Count. This regal name can also be spelled as Marquise, the feminine form of Marquis, and Marquez.
Famous People Named Marquis
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- Marquis de SadeAuthor
How Popular Is The Name Marquis?
U.S. Births
Overall:Marquis is currently #2909 in U.S. births
Boy:Marquis is currently #1377 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1377
in 2023
- 38
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Marquis, April 2024
Name Doctor, Marquis
WordSense Dictionary, marquis (English)
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