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Marquis
Marquis is an English name derived from the noble title, meaning 'ruler of the borderlands.' it has a charismatic, powerful energy and suggests a person who is independent, focused, and possesses a steady confidence.
Key Stats
| Total births | 25,041 |
| Gender | Male (87% / 13%) |
| Peak year | 1990 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1969 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | French, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 21%TX — 20%GA — 20%FL — 20%MI — 19%
Notable People
Marquis de Lafayette (Revolutionary) · Marquis Daniels (Athlete) · Marquis Grissom (Athlete) · Marquis Teague (Athlete) · Marquis Haynes (Athlete)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Quis
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