Boys name · Illinois
Marcus in Illinois
Marcus was the 304th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 36 babies named Marcus that year. Since 1913, Illinois families have named 12,012 babies Marcus.
Popularity over time
Marcus in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 7 | 333rd |
| 1929 | 5 | 528th |
| 1948 | 18 | 311th |
| 1963 | 69 | 196th |
| 1979 | 243 | 63rd |
| 1994 | 272 | 59th |
| 2010 | 116 | 133rd |
| 2025 | 36 | 304th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois climbed from 333rd in 1913 to 304th in 2025.
The most babies named Marcus in Illinois in a single year was 356, in 1983. Its best showing was 48th among boys names in 1983.
Across the country, Marcus reached its best rank of 13th in Mississippi (1984). See Marcus in every state →
How popular is Marcus in Illinois?
Marcus was the 304th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 36 babies named Marcus that year. Since 1913, Illinois families have named 12,012 babies Marcus.
How many babies are named Marcus in Illinois?
In 2025, 36 babies were named Marcus in Illinois. The most babies named Marcus in Illinois in a single year was 356, in 1983.
What is the rank of Marcus in Illinois?
Marcus ranked 304th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 48th among boys names in 1983.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.