Boys name · North Carolina
Marcus in North Carolina
Marcus was the 368th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 31 babies named Marcus that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 8,541 babies Marcus.
Popularity over time
Marcus in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 317th |
| 1928 | 9 | 372nd |
| 1944 | 11 | 332nd |
| 1960 | 54 | 165th |
| 1977 | 186 | 48th |
| 1993 | 162 | 59th |
| 2009 | 104 | 118th |
| 2025 | 31 | 368th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina fell from 317th in 1912 to 368th in 2025.
The most babies named Marcus in North Carolina in a single year was 227, in 1983. Its best showing was 39th among boys names in 1981.
Across the country, Marcus reached its best rank of 13th in Mississippi (1984). See Marcus in every state →
How popular is Marcus in North Carolina?
Marcus was the 368th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 31 babies named Marcus that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 8,541 babies Marcus.
How many babies are named Marcus in North Carolina?
In 2025, 31 babies were named Marcus in North Carolina. The most babies named Marcus in North Carolina in a single year was 227, in 1983.
What is the rank of Marcus in North Carolina?
Marcus ranked 368th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 39th among boys names in 1981.
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.