US Popularity:18088
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Latin, Roman
Meaning:Dedicated to Mars, the god of war
Marx is a masculine name of German and Latin origin that’s also used as a last name. Coming from Marcus, Marx translates to “dedicated to Mars, the god of war,” forever connecting baby to Rome’s godly protector. It’s also possibly a form of the Jewish name Mordechai that was used during the medieval era. If you’re a Vaudeville fan, this name might remind you of the iconic family comedy team, the Marx Brothers. These innovative actors starred in an array of classic comedy films, from Duck Soup to At the Circus. If you want to inspire a taste for black-and-white movies, the name Marx can help keep your little one laughing the days away.

Famous People Named Marx

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  • Groucho Marx
    Comedian

How Popular Is The Name Marx?

U.S. Births

Overall:Marx is currently #18088 in U.S. births
Boy:Marx is currently #8659 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#8659
in 2023
+ 3108
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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