boys' name 1971–2025

Marcus

Marcus is losing ground — from #96 in 1971 to #117 in 2025.

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#117 ranked in 2025
79 registrations in 2025
5,079 total 1971–2025

Popularity over the years

Registrations dropped from 90 to 79 (-12%).

Peak popularity was in 2010 (358 registrations).

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Peak 2010 · 358
Low 1977 · 40
Years tracked 32

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By state & territory — 2025

How often Marcus was registered in each of the 8 Australian states and territories.

Marcus popularity by state — 2025Australian Capital Territory: no data for this yearNew South Wales: no data for this yearNorthern Territory: no data for this yearQueensland: no data for this yearSouth Australia: no data for this yearTasmania: no data for this yearVictoria: 79 (rank #97)Western Australia: no data for this yearACTNSWNTQLDSATASVICWA
Marcus — popularity by state & territory in 2025. Hover a state for details, click to view the full Top 50 for that state.
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Most popular in Victoria (79 babies)

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79 #97
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In 2025: 79 babies named Marcus across 1 of 8 states and territories.

Frequently asked questions

How many babies in Australia have been named Marcus?
Between 1971 and 2025, Marcus was registered for 5,079 babies in the available state datasets.
Is Marcus a popular name in Australia?
In 2025, Marcus ranked #117 among boys' names in Australia, with 79 registrations.